At 11 am on 11 November 1918, the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare.
The allied armies had driven the German invaders back, having inflicted heavy defeats upon them over the preceding four months.
In November, the Germans called for an armistice (suspension of fighting) to secure a peace settlement.
They accepted the allies terms and surrendered unconditionally.
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month attained a special significance in the post-war years and became universally associated with the remembrance of those who had lsot their lives serving as well as those who returned, forever changed.
This important date is marked next Friday, October 11 in the following locations:
Cannonvale Cenotaph
The community is invited to meet at 10.30am at the Cenotaph at Bicentennial Park on Coral Esplanade, between Logan’s Playground and Cannonvale State School. A minute’s silence will be observed at 11am followed by laying of the wreaths. Drinks and nibbles will then be provided at the Jubilee Tavern.
Bowen RSL
The community is invited to attend a special Remembrance Day ceremony in the air-conditioned RSL on 38 Williams Street, with the bar open from 10am. Everyone will take their seats by 10.50am and a minute’s silence will be observed. Mayor Julie Hall will be in attendance and afterwards the Country Women’s Association will kindly provide a luncheon.
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