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VCs filing past tomb of the Unknown Warrior
A hundred winners of the Victoria Cross filing past the grave of the Unknown Warrior after the burial service in Westminster Abbey on Armistice Day, 11 November 1920. Date: 1920
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November 11, 1920: A Solemn Procession of Heroes - The Unforgettable Image of Victoria Cross Winners Filing Past the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey In the aftermath of the First World War, the sorrow and loss felt by the British people were palpable. Amidst the grief, a sense of duty and respect for the fallen soldiers, sailors, and airmen was paramount. On this fateful Armistice Day, November 11, 1920, the nation came together to pay its respects to the Unknown Warrior, an unidentified soldier whose remains were brought back from France as a symbol of all those who had made the ultimate sacrifice. The day began with a solemn ceremony at Westminster Abbey, where the Unknown Warrior was interred in a specially constructed tomb near the High Altar. Following the burial service, an extraordinary procession took place. One hundred Victoria Cross (VC) recipients, the highest military decoration for valor, filed past the tomb, paying their respects to the Unknown Warrior. In this poignant photograph, we see these brave heroes, their faces etched with a mix of emotion and determination, as they file past the tomb in a silent tribute to their fallen comrades. The image is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War and the enduring spirit of honor and remembrance that continues to resonate with us today. This photograph, taken on November 11, 1920, is an essential piece of historical documentation that captures the essence of a nation coming together to pay tribute to its heroes and to remember the sacrifices made during the First World War. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of the Victoria Cross and the Unknown Warrior, whose stories continue to inspire us today.
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