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Sophie Buchan

What the Remembrance Day poppy represents and why people wear it in November

This month we are set to commemorate those who have fought and lost their lives to conflicts across the world.

Each November, people purchase the poppy to wear it as a sign of respect with it being a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future.

According to the Royal British Legion, they are also worn as a show of support for the Armed Forces community.

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