Special centenary Scottish Poppy unveiled
The petals will mark 100 years of the annual appeal
Our national symbol of remembrance has had a makeover to celebrate the centenary of the Scottish Poppy Appeal.
The petals now feature embossing that states the years at the start and end of the last one hundred years, 1921 - 2021.
The new design features on three million poppies that have all been hand made by Lady Haig’s Poppy factory in Edinburgh.
This limited-edition version of the iconic red flower has been unveiled at a ceremony at Redford Baracks by triple Paralympian medallist, Stephen Clegg.
The poppies will set of round Scotland today ahead of the start of this year’s appeal.
We will remember them
The significance of the Poppy is as relevant today as it was 100 years ago as it continues to be an emblem of remembrance that includes more recent conflicts from the Falklands, to Afghanistan, to Iraq.
In 2020, fundraising efforts were hampered by the pandemic making this year even more important in allowing Poppyscotland to continue its live-changing work.
Gordon Michie, Head of Fundraising and Learning at Poppy Scotland, said: “The Poppy reaching one hundred years of remembrance is something really special; something we can all be proud of. This little flower allows everyone in the country to look back, to reflect, to remember, and to look forward to a future that is hopeful and peaceful.
“As we come out of the Covid-19 pandemic, we are very hopeful that our fantastic team of volunteers are inspired to ensure that this year they can raise as much money in order that we can continue helping the armed forces community here in Scotland.”