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 poppy has been used since 1921 to commemorate military members who have died in wars. The red flower is primarily associated with the U.K. and Commonwealth countries for Remembrance Day on Nov ...

Sir Winston Churchill is to be honoured with a “major international celebration” marking the 50th anniversary of his death, with events ranging from a remembrance service to the launch of a ...

The poppy has become a widely recognised symbol of remembrance after it grew in the warfields of Flanders in Belgium. The Royal British Legion first started selling poppies in 1921, raising more ...