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Second World War veterans spoke of tracing the family of a fallen hero, offering advice to younger generations and being deeply moved by applause as they reflected on the Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph.

Around 20 personnel who served during the conflict are understood to have attended events in central London on Sunday.