The poppy has a long association with Remembrance Day. But how did the distinctive red flower become such a potent symbol of our remembrance of the sacrifices made in past wars? Scarlet corn ...

[metro-zone-post-thumbnail-link] This year, Remembrance Sunday will be held on November 10 while Armistice Day, November 11, ...

This is called Remembrance Day. Large crowds gather to remember the war together. Poppies were dropped from the roof of the Menin Gate on Armistice Day, 11 November 2013 in Ypres, Belgium.

which saw the historic fortress encircled in remembrance red in an awe-inspiring display that drew more than 5 million visitors. From May 6 - two days before VE Day which this year marks the 80th ...