Remembrance Day

Today is Remembrance Day in Australia. It's a time when we all stop and remember those who fought and died in World War 1. 

At 11 am on 11 November 1918 the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous war.

On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minutes’ silence is observed and dedicated to the soldiers who had died fighting to protect our nation.

In Australia and other allied countries, including New Zealand, Canada and the United States, 11 November became known as Armistice Day – a day to remember those who died in World War One. The day continues to be commemorated in Allied countries. 

Lest we forget.