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UK Observes Two‑Minute Silence for Armistice Day
By Today News Hours Editorial Desk
The United Kingdom observed a two‑minute silence on Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War One and to remember those who died in conflicts. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting laid a wreath at the Cenotaph memorial in London, where senior military figures, schoolchildren and cadets also attended. In Staffordshire, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester laid a wreath during the service at the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens. The Armistice, which began at 11:00 on 11 November 1918, ended the fighting of World War One and paved the way for peace negotiations. Similar commemorations took place across Europe. In Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron attended a ceremony and laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. On Remembrance Sunday, King Charles III led the nation in a solemn two‑minute silence in London, laying a wreath at the Cenotaph before a march‑past by 10,000 armed forces veterans.
Frequently asked questions
Who laid a wreath at the Cenotaph during the Armistice Day silence?
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting.
Where did the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester lay a wreath during the service?
At the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens in Staffordshire.
When did the Armistice that ended World War One begin?
At 11:00 on 11 November 1918.