A moving ceremony paying tribute to servicemen and women who have died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations will be held at Lakeside Memorial Park on Remembrance Day.
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On November 11 a Salvation Army band, army cadets' veterans from Dapto-Port Kembla RSL sub-branch are coming together with members of the community to honour and remember those who have fought for freedom.
Ladies of The Red Cross will host a morning tea prior to a wreath laying ceremony.
The organisers are inviting members of the public, particularly veterans' groups, historical, RSL and ex-service organisations, schools, and families and friends of deceased veterans to attend.
The Remembrance Day Ceremony at Lakeside Memorial Park, Kanahooka Road, Dapto will take place from 10.30am on November 11.
Lakeside Memorial Park family services manager Shirley Wilson said the event is part of an international day commemorating the heroic people who have lost their lives for their country, including the brave ANZACs,
"We are humbled to have the opportunity to pay respect to our soldiers and further their legacy. It's an important occasion to ensure their memory and gratitude for their service lives on, in this generation and the next."
Remembrance Day evolved from Armistice Day, which was instituted in England to commemorate the end of World War I.
The annual occasion was later developed to more widely recognise the Commonwealth soldiers of all modern wars.
It is observed each year on 11th November to mark World War I's official end to hostilities, which commenced at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918
The day traditionally features a moment of silence at 11 am sharp, as well as a "Last Post" bugle call.
"Last Post" is customarily played at military funerals and commemorative services to bid a final farewell to those who have perished, while symbolising that their duty is accomplished and enabling them to rest in peace.
"Remembrance Day is more than a memorial. It is also a celebration of our beautiful and distinguished nation, which is sustained by the men and women who bravely serve this country", Ms Wilson said.
She said the new event has been created by Dapto-Port Kemble RSL and will be held in partnership with Lakeside Memorial Park to support the community in recognising all, especially local, defence force personnel.
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Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.
Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.
