There are 617 handcrafted poppies on the Memorial Spire, in honour of 617 Squadron (the Dambusters). The display is part of ...

But when did the red poppy became a national symbol of remembrance—and more interestingly, how did this particular bloom become the official Memorial Day flower in the first place? To explain ...

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 ...

The $2 Red Poppy coin can fetch $300, while the $2 Gold Poppy coin can be worth up to $60 uncirculated. · Source: ...

and witness a silent rain of red poppy petals. In this year’s festival all the familiar elements were in place. There was the procession of standards of the Royal British Legion – whose ...

While the red poppy, the symbol of remembrance, is most common, people can choose to wear alternative poppies. Black poppies represent the contribution of black, African and Caribbean communities ...

Photo / NZME The country will come together on Friday to commemorate Anzac Day. While the day recognises the 2779 New Zealand soldiers and more than 8700 Australian troops who died at Gallipoli, ...

As Australians, we’re no strangers to the thrill of a lucky find, whether it’s a $20 note in an old pair of jeans or a ...

It is not about glorifying war, it is about honouring the bravery, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served. It is a day ...

A plastic Canadian remembrance poppy in the gutter—a terrible thing ... and features a striking iridescent red enameled face. The back is fitted with a rollover locking C safety clasp and ...