ON Armistice Day Members of the Launceston Royal British Legion turned out in force on Friday, November 11, to support Town Crier Rob Tremain at 11am to observe the two minutes’ silence.

This has become a tradition in the town for 21 years and is still very well supported. Mayor Brian Hogan and members of the town council were also in attendance, as well as a good crowd of local citizens.

This year’s Remembrance Service on Sunday, November 13, in Launceston took place in almost balmy conditions and was very well supported, with members from all the local organisations and youth groups marching in the parade with veterans and members of the Royal British Legion.

Following the placing of 45 wreaths on the war memorial, students from Launceston College and St Joseph’s School read the names of those who lost their lives during the First World War.

It was said to be a very poignant reminder of the sacrifice made by so many, especially in this centennial year of the Battle of the Somme.

The Launceston branch of the Royal British Legion said it is ‘very grateful for the support of the mayor and town council at this time, and all those of our local community who take the time to remember’.