Remembrance Day and Remembrance Sunday, first started in 1919, serve to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in World War I, with nationwide events commemorating their sacrifices.
The Royal British Legion notes that Remembrance Day occurs on November 11 because it marks the day when the Armistice to end the First World War was signed in 1918.
Poppies became a symbol of remembrance in 1921, selected by Earl Haig for their resilience, being the only flower left growing on battlefields after the war.
The annual Poppy Appeal, launching with a new plastic-free poppy this year, aims to honor those lost in war while promoting sustainability and reducing waste.
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