THIS year’s Remembrance Day service was held under a light morning rain. With approximately 100 locals in silent attendance, the Gloucester RSL sub-branch began its service with a welcome by Bob Murray.

2014 marks the centenary of the First World War, which helped shape Australia to become the nation it is today.

Remembrance Day commemorates the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, coinciding with the signing of the armistices that signalled the end of Great War hostilities in 1918.

Since 1919, a period of silence has been observed across the Commonwealth at 11am, to remember those who lost their lives to give us peace.

Gloucester RSL sub-branch’s traditional program included a commemoration to the fallen by Frank McGovern, the placing of wreaths at Bob Hewett's invitation to various community groups, the poem for the fallen recited by Max Poole, and the Ode of Remembrance (Lest We Forget) by Bob Murray.

The Last Post sounded out as five local air force cadets lowered the flags, and the minute's silence prevailed.

Pastor Luke Hestor then gave an address and benediction before the Gloucester Singers led the crowd in song.