LIFESIZE Silent Soldier silhouettes will stand in tribute in New Milton to those to gave their life in World War One.
The town council has pledged its support for the Royal British Legion campaign, to commemorate the centenary anniversary of the end of the Great War.
They will be present in the community during November and December 2018 as a representation of “Tommy” returning home silently at the end of the war, and to remember those that lost their lives and never returned home.
Silhouettes can be sponsored by companies, local organisations and individuals at £250 each.
The Town is holding its annual Remembrance Day Parade and Wreath-laying ceremony on Sunday November 11 2018 at the War Memorial Recreation Ground, followed by a Remembrance Service in New Milton Memorial Hall.
New Milton Town Clerk, Graham Flexman, said: “Silent Soldiers will appear on buildings, in gardens of remembrance, at roundabouts and entrances to the town.
"Companies and individuals can join the nation in remembrance by sponsoring a Silent Soldier in our town.”
Beacons will be lit around the country on the evening of November 11, including one at Barton cliff top.
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