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Remembrance Sunday parade and service to mark 100 years since end of First World War
Commemorations to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One will start from 6am on Sunday with a lone piper playing Battle’s O’er outside Bristol Cathedral.
The traditional tune played by pipers after a battle will be simultaneously played at a range of locations across the UK.
A military parade, followed by dignitaries from across Bristol in a civic procession, will later assemble on College Green from 9.30am, leaving at 10.20am to get to the Cenotaph on the centre.
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The act of remembrance will begin at 11am with gunfire marking the start of a two-minute silence, and a short service and wreath laying ceremony taking place before the parade returns to College Green
Bristol lord mayor Cleo Lake said: “Remembrance Sunday is a time when the people of Bristol join the rest of the nation to remember and honour the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to their country.
“This year’s parade holds particular significance as it marks the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, and in Bristol, we will join with others across the nation to mark this day with dignity and respect.
“I would like to invite everyone to join us on Sunday to line the route, witness the parade and participate in the service.”
Read more: 11 things you probably didn’t know about Bristol’s role during World War One
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