Truronians gathered in the city centre on Sunday to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the First and Second World Wars.

The Act of Remembrance took place at the War Memorial in Boscawen Street at 11am on Remembrance Sunday, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony in the afternoon.

Representatives of the Truro Branch of the Royal British Legion were joined by local dignitaries, serving military regiments, cadet detachments from city schools and youth groups including the Scouts.

A military parade then processed through Boscawen Street, pausing for the salute with His Majesty the King’s Lord-Lieutenant for Cornwall, Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho KCVO OBE.

Music was provided by HMS Seahawk and the Kernow Pipes and Drums.

A Service of Remembrance followed at Truro Cathedral, culminating in a moving “poppy drop” from the central tower. On Monday - Armistice Day - the mayor Cllr Carol Swain joined military personnel at the railway station for Poppies to Paddington, dispatching a wreath on the day's first London-bound train to be placed at the GWR War Memorial at Paddington Station.

A further two-minute silence was held at the War Memorial in Boscawen Street at 11am to mark the ending of World War I in 1918.

Town clerk David Rodda said the Boscawen Street events represented weeks of planning for Truro City Council, with up to 4,000 people in the city on Sunday alone, and road closures and marshals required.

“It’s a big commitment, and one we’re willing to give to this extremely important event. Truro is the county city, so it’s right that we should stage an event for so many people to recognise those who gave so much.

“I’m very proud of the team, and our partnership with Truro Cathedral and the Royal British Legion. It was also really pleasing was that shoppers paused and the fair on Lemon Quay stopped at 11am to show respect.”

Having had an early start on Monday, Cllr Swain said: “I’m feeling tired, but very proud to represent the people of Truro in remembering those who built the world we know today.

“It’s important not only to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, but also the reason why we should never repeat the wars as they happened in years gone by.”

Barry Cooper, chairman of the Truro Branch of the Royal British Legion, added: “Our campaign starts with the launch of the Poppy Appeal fortnight in October, followed by our Garden of Remembrance service, before we’re into full-on Remembrance and Armistice. It has all been very well attended by members of the public, as well as former and current service people.

“Of course, remembrance is a personal thing, and others prefer to mark it privately. The Royal British Legion believes in remembrance, and that the fallen should never be forgotten - that’s what it’s all about.”