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Remembrance

The Royal British Legion is the nation's custodian of Remembrance, ensuring that people remember those who have given their lives for the freedom we enjoy today. The poppy has become the symbol of Remembrance worn during the weeks leading to Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day.

Schools and Learning

Schools

We are committed to bringing the message of Remembrance to the younger generation. Our Learning Pack provides curriculum resources and Poppy Travel arranges tours for schools and youth groups.

The National Memorial Arboretum

National Memorial Arboretum

The NMA is the UK's living and lasting memorial to those who have given their lives in the service of their country or as a result of conflict and is home to the Armed Forces Memorial.

Lost Trails

Lost Trails

Use our online service to make contact with old Service friends and colleagues or search for news of former comrades and their families.

We will remember them

We will remember them

Our Armed Forces experience casualties almost every week. This site helps to maintain the memory of those who have given their lives in the Service of their country.

The Poppy

Lapel poppy

The poppy is the symbol of Remembrance and of the Poppy Appeal. Poppy Collectors appear in late October so everyone can make a donation and wear their poppy for Remembrance.

Medals

Medals

Basic advice about medals, badges, commemorative awards and memorials is available with links to where to find more information.
 

Poppy Travel

Poppy Travel

Poppy Travel offers a comprehensive range of Remembrance and Battlefield Tours to all corners of the globe. Or they'll customise a tour for your group.

Wreaths

Wreaths

A wide variety of wreaths, crosses, chaplets and posies can be ordered from the Poppy Appeal. They are all made at the Poppy Factory.