THOUSANDS of people across the borough turned out today (Remembrance Sunday) to remember those who lost their lives in conflict.
Mary Stevens Park in Stourbridge was packed for the annual commemorative event which included a parade down Queen's Drive and a service of Remembrance and two-minute silence at the cenotaph.
Community organised services were also held in Halesowen, Cradley, Gornal, Kingswinford, Lye, Netherton, Quarry Bank, Sedgley, Wall Heath and Wordsley.
In Dudley - Mr John Crabtree OBE, Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands, laid a wreath at the cenotaph in Coronation Gardens.
The town also hosted a big parade, annual service of Remembrance and two-minute silence at the war memorial.
Councillor David Stanley, Mayor of Dudley, said: "It was wonderful to see such a great turnout as we remembered those who fought for our freedom.
"It was a privilege to be part of the commemorations and I’d like to thank everyone who came along today to show their support and pay their respects.
"It’s so important to remember the sacrifices made by so many, but we’ve also had time to think about all those who continue to serve in our armed forces today."
Tomorrow (Monday November 11) veterans will also join council staff, councillors and members of the public at the First World War Clock Tower Memorial in Priory Street, Dudley, for the annual Armistice Day to mark the end of the First World War service.
The service starts at 10.50am and includes the laying of wreaths and a two-minute silence.
Priory Street will be closed on the morning and alternative routes will be signposted throughout the closures from 8am to 1pm.
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