![]() ![]() The prince said: "In November 1921, the Royal British Legion's first Poppy Appeal took place and the nation adopted the annual tradition of placing a small red flower on their clothing to signify respect and support for the Armed Forces community, their service and their sacrifice. The red poppy - a common sight on the Western Front - became a symbol of remembrance for those killed in the First World War as the conflict drew to a close. ![]() ![]() ![]() The Prince of Wales has launched the Royal British Legion's (RBL) centenary poppy appeal with his wife and said the floral tribute was "as relevant today as it ever was".Ĭharles and the Duchess of Cornwall met 10 volunteer collectors - one for each decade of the appeal - at Clarence House on Tuesday to mark the start of this year's campaign to raise funds and awareness for the RBL. Charles & Camilla launch centenary poppy appeal ![]()
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