The Australian War Memorial commemorated Remembrance Day 2024 with the National Ceremony on Monday, 11 November.
Remembrance Day National Ceremony 2024. Photograph taken by Ian Roach. AWM24.PR.123
Remembrance Day National Ceremony 2024. Photograph taken by Ian Roach. AWM24.PR.123
The Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia laying a wreath atop the Stone of Remembrance. Photograph taken by Ian Roach. AWM24.PR.123
Remembrance Day National Ceremony 2024. Photograph taken by Ian Roach Order reference:AWM24.PR.123
Remembrance Day National Ceremony 2024. Photograph taken by Ian Roach Order reference:AWM24.PR.123
Remembrance Day National Ceremony 2024. Photograph taken by Ian Roach Order reference:AWM24.PR.123
On 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after four years of continuous warfare. With their armies retreating and close to collapse, German leaders signed an Armistice, bringing to an end the First World War.
As a mark of respect to those who have died and suffered, Australians are encouraged to pause at 11 am to observe one minute’s silence and remember those who died or suffered for Australia's cause in all wars and armed conflicts.
An unidentified cinematographer capturing the last shots to be fired before the armistice on 11 November 1918.
The Last Post Ceremony shares the story behind one of the names on the Roll of Honour. Traditionally on 11 November, the eulogy for the Unknown Australian Soldier is read.
The live broadcast of the Remembrance Day Last Post Ceremony is now available on the Memorial's YouTube channel.
At 11 am on 11 November 1918 the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare.
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