Broome community gathers at Bedford Memorial Park to pay tribute on Remembrance Day

On November 11, Broome community members gathered at Bedford Memorial Park to solemnly mark Remembrance Day, paying tribute to the brave individuals who sacrificed their lives in conflict.

On the 11th hour, of the 11th day of the 11th month, attendees and community groups laid wreaths at the foot of the war memorial before pausing for a moment of silence while the Last Post played in a display of commemoration and respect.

After the ceremony attendees were invited for morning tea at the Broome RSL branch.

The Broome War Memorial bears the names of 56 Broome residents who perished in “the war to end all wars”.

Remembrance Day marks the moment an Armistice was signed by the Allies and Germany in 1918 ending World War I, one of the bloodiest conflicts of the 20th century.

The Armistice was followed by the Treaty of Versailles which officially ended the state of war between the Allies and Germany.

The day has since been honoured by Australia and Allied countries to remember those who have died fighting for their nation.

The red poppy, an enduring symbol during Remembrance Day commemorations, holds special significance.

Legend has it these flowers were the first to bloom on the battlefields of the Western Front and that their vibrant red hue was due to the blood soaked battlefield.