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University falls silent in respect of the fallen

8 November 2024

Military veterans joined students and staff at the University of Sunderland to mark Armistice Day

Students, staff and guests gather at the University of Sunderland's Veteran's Garden to mark Remembrance Day

Students, staff and guests have gathered at the University of Sunderland to remember the service and sacrifice of all those who fought for their country.

The Armistice Day event took place this morning (Monday 11 November) at the Sunderland Veterans’ Garden on the University’s City Campus where a two-minute silence was held.

Among those attending were University of Sunderland Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Sir David Bell, University Chaplain Chris Howson, Councillor Michael Hartnack and Yvonne Gray, both from Fulwell War Memorial Group, student veterans and members of the of the Armed Forces Community.

A bugler playing at the University of Sunderland Remembrance Day service
University of Sunderland staff laying a wreath of poppies
Veteran in full uniform speaking at Remembrance Day event
Three people standing by a glass sculpture at the Veterans' Garden
A man wearing medals at the Remembrance Day event
Veteran saluting during Remembrance Day event
University Chaplain speaking at Remembrance Service