Portsmouth Remembrance Sunday service plans will recognise those who served
The service is planned to involve young people to ensure "each new generation shows and understands the sacrifices people went through"
Young people, mental health and the sacrifices of Portsmouth civilians during the Blitz are planned to be a main focus at this year's Remembrance Sunday commemorations.
The service and parade will take place on Sunday November 9th at Guildhall Square to honour those who served in both world wars, as well as service personnel who have lost their lives in conflicts since.
Councillor Gerald Vernon-Jackson, Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, said he was inspired by a visit to Normandy in June, where young people played a key role in marking D-Day.
He said this helped to ensure "each new generation shows and understands the sacrifices people went through".
The Remembrance Sunday service will run from 10:30am to 12pm, beginning with a parade of veterans, military personnel and youth groups.
A two-minute silence will be held at 11am, followed by the main service and a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War I Cenotaph and World War II Memorial.
During the Second World War, 930 Portsmouth civilians were killed, 1,216 were hospitalised and around 20% of homes were damaged or destroyed in the Blitz.
The council say they've created a short video featuring cadets who will reflect on the sacrifices and achievements of Portsmouth residents during that time.
The Lord Mayor also said he wants to recognise veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, saying it's "not a visible" condition, and "we need to remember them as well".
He added it's "really important" for Portsmouth to continue to remember.
He's thanked the Air Cadets and other youth groups who are taking part in the day.
On Tuesday's Armistice Day, a shorter service will take place at 10:45am at the Cenotaph in Guildhall Square.
This service will include readings, poems, and a two-minute silence at 11am to mark the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.