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Thursday, November 12, 2020

Armistice Day Service


We come together to remember those who fought for our freedom in the great war of 1914 to 1918. Luckily on the 11 day of the 11 month at 11 O’clock a truce was declared and the war ended.

As the Allies continued to advance against German forces on the Western Front and the other Central Powers began to surrender, New Zealanders began to celebrate


On the morning of 12 November, when news of the Armistice was announced in New Zealand, people celebrated enthusiastically in cities and towns across the country: bells rang, sirens sounded and children banged on kerosene tin drums.


Communities came together, speeches were made and songs sung. The red poppy has become a symbol of war remembrance the world over. People in many countries wear the poppy to remember those who died in war or who still serve in the armed forces. We will remember those who fought and did not return. Lest we forget.


Written by Eilidh Green



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