Under the radiant morning sun, hundreds assembled at National Heroes Square in Barbados on Sunday for the annual Remembrance Day service. This year’s event commemorated the 107th anniversary of the end of the First World War and the 80th anniversary of the conclusion of the Second World War. The ceremony honored not only those who served in these global conflicts but also Barbadians who have contributed to peacekeeping missions worldwide. The event was marked by a solemn procession featuring both armed and unarmed units, including the Barbados Prison Service, Barbados Fire Service, and various youth organizations. The parade, led by Captain Samuel Boyce, showcased the precision and discipline of the Barbados Regiment, Coast Guard, Police Service, and Cadet Corps. The service was enriched by the choir of St Michael’s Cathedral, creating a poignant atmosphere. Key dignitaries, including Chief Justice Leslie Haynes, Prime Minister Mia Mottley, and President Dame Sandra Mason, paid their respects. A two-minute silence was observed to reflect on the sacrifices of those memorialized on the cenotaph, including 39 Barbadians who lost their lives in the Second World War. The ceremony concluded with the laying of wreaths and the stirring strains of ‘Beautiful Barbados,’ as the President and Prime Minister inspected veterans before the units executed a precise march-past.