Described as "a striking example of all ages together", the residents of both St Albans and Harpenden have observed Remembrance Sunday once again.
Yesterday (November 12), poppies, servicemen and women, bands and wreaths could be seen across the district as residents paid their respect to those who have lost their lives in conflict.
The mayor of St Albans City and District, Cllr Anthony Rowlands, led the commemoration in St Albans.
He was joined by faith leaders, Royal British Legion members, honorary aldermen and councillors from county, district, town and parish councils.
With a large number of residents gathered at the St Albans war memorial, a service was conducted by the vicar of St Peter's church, Revd Mark Dearnley.
The playing of Last Post was then followed by a two-minute silence.
Readings were made from Hebrew Scriptures, the Holy Quran and the Christian New Testament as religions came together in recognition of those who have died.
Wreaths were laid by the mayor, Daisy Cooper MP, deputy lieutenant of Hertfordshire Lionel Wallace and emergency services representatives.
This was followed by the singing of the National Anthem.
Mayor Rowlands said: “This was, of course, a very important occasion and I was impressed with the number of residents, young and old alike, who attended.
“It was a striking example of all ages together, our community turning out in force to honour the many men and women who sacrificed their lives for their country.
“I was particularly struck by how many young people there were, many of them representing the scouts, guides and cadets from all age groups.
“It shows that we all recognise the tremendous debt we owe to the men and women who lost their lives defending our country.
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In Harpenden, a Remembrance Day Parade took place, prior to a service at the War Memorial, Church Green.
As in St Albans, wreaths were laid, a silence was observed and the Last Post was performed.
Prayers and hymns preceded the National Anthem, and the town's mayor made an address.
Residents in St Albans, Harpenden and beyond marked the occasion, as those who lost their lives to war were remembered.
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