London during WW2. Miniature buildings, some with visible damages, set the backdrop. Toy soldiers, tanks
London during the WW2 era. Miniature buildings show signs of wear and tear from the war, with toy Spitfire

2 Minute Silence 11th of the 11th at 11 O'Clock The guns fell silent across the Western Front and around the world in 1918. 2 Minute Silence is held on Remembrance Sunday. The count down clock will chime on the 101st anniversary of the end of World War One.

old Bedford ambulance truck from World War times driving on the cobblestone streets of wartime London
World War period Bedford ambulance truck parked near a London underground station serving as an air raid shelter
Bedford ambulance truck from the World War era on a London bridge, with the Thames River flowing beneath
image capturing a World War-era Bedford ambulance truck navigating through London's historic streets

The Bedford ambulance truck, integral to World War II Britain, was a beacon of resilience during tumultuous times. Produced by Bedford, a Vauxhall Motors subsidiary, this vehicle was designed to navigate war-damaged streets, ensuring the wounded received timely medical aid. Its robust and versatile design, built on Bedford’s commercial truck chassis, provided a spacious rear compartment for stretchers and seated casualties. Beyond its technical attributes, the Bedford ambulance symbolized hope during the war, with its presence offering solace and reassurance amidst the chaos

ww1 Soldiers at the tower of London Poppy Day
Poppy Reef
Canary Wharf Poppy Roundel TFL sign

Impressive Pagentry of the 2019 Lord Mayor's Show, that Started at Mansion House in the City of London, The Event is 804 years old