Remembrance Day - A visit to Walsall FC

On this day in the United Kingdom, We mark Armistice Day with a Two Minute Silence at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month.

Many people across the UK wear Poppies. The red poppy is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future. People take part whatever their political or religious beliefs and the poppy remains a humble, poignant symbol of Remembrance and hope.

The National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in London is held on Remembrance Sunday, The service is attended by senior members of the Royal Family, including His Majesty The King, HM Government and features a March Past involving 10,000 veterans.

Across the United Kingdom Remembrance Sunday services haven place, Below are links to 4 services taking place in each borough of the Black Country:

Remembrance Sunday in the West Midlands: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2n51ze2l4o

Remembrance Sunday in Dudley: https://www.blackcountryradio.co.uk/news/local-headlines/dudley-pays-tribute-to-fallen-heroes-at-remembrance-services/ 

Two of our staff team Stuart and Zak were delighted to be invited to Walsall FC Remembrance Fixture on Saturday, where they were able to talk to fans about The Recovery College and how we support the community in Walsall. They were able to share the news of our brand new course - Moving Forwards: Building a Brighter Future, a course co-produced by Help for Heroes to support those who have served in the Armed Forces.

This course will be running at the beginning of 2025. If you are a veteran and live, or have a GP registered in the Black Country and would like to know more, please contact the college on 0121 543 4061 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

You can learn more about Remembrance using these links below:

Link to Royal British Legion Website: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/remembrance/about-remembrance/the-poppy

Link to Remembrance Sunday Service: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/group/m0025b04

The RC Team

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