Charles and Camilla launch centenary poppy appeal

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They meet 10 volunteer collectors for the Royal British Legion at a Clarence House event.

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have launched the centenary Royal British Legion poppy appeal.

The Royal British Legion supports serving and former personnel and their families. More than 40,000 volunteers across the country will be collecting donations for this year's appeal. The flower was a common sight on the Western Front, where British soldiers fought during World War One, and became a symbol of remembrance for those killed.

"The simple act of wearing a poppy is only made possible because of volunteer Poppy Appeal collectors who share a common goal - to recognise the unique contribution of the Armed Forces community."The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall spoke to Maisie Mead, 10, and Jill Gladwell, 95, the youngest and oldest of the volunteersThe Prince of Wales and Camilla spoke to Jill Gladwell, 95, who is marking 80 years of collecting for the appeal, at the launch.

 

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