A GATHERING at the Peace Pole in Uppermill marked Remembrance Sunday with a white poppies event to remember all victims of all wars.
About 35 people came together for the event, organised by Saddleworth Peace Group, in St Chad’s Gardens on Saturday, November 7.
There were speeches from Oldham East and Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams and Saddleworth Parish Council Chair Barbara Beeley, as well as readings by members of the Peace Group to highlight the role and treatment of colonial troops in World Wars One and Two.
The Peace Group laid a white poppy wreath, and a red poppy wreath was laid beside it by local guides and brownies.
Attendees wore a mix of white and red poppies to remember all victims of all wars.
The white poppy is the symbol of peace and pacifism and has been worn at remembrance time for more than 90 years.
- Find out more about Saddleworth Peace Group and their events on their Facebook page.
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