Royal British Legion - Definition

Hand held poppy

Wellington Arch, London

The Royal British Legion is the United Kingdom's leading charity providing financial, social and emotional support to millions who have served or who are currently serving in the British Armed Forces, and their dependants.

The Royal British Legion was founded in 1921 as a voice for the ex-Service community.

See also

• Remembrance Day
• British Army
• Royal Air Force
• Royal Navy

External links

• Official website for The Royal British Legion (http://www.britishlegion.org.uk/)
• Commonwealth War Graves Commission - official Website (http://www.cwgc.org)