International Peacekeepers Remembered At The Cenotaph

The UK is the fifth largest contributor of funds for UN peacekeeping missions (Picture: MOD).

Wreaths were laid at the Cenotaph in London in memory of those who lost their lives while serving as international peacekeepers.

Veterans and a number of personnel currently serving in peacekeeping roles were present, as well as a number of Government representatives.

The UK is the fifth largest contributor of funds for UN peacekeeping missions, and UK Armed Forces personnel are deployed with them across the world - including nations such as Cyprus, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 

Captain Cleo Bigwood, SO3 Gender 77 Brigade, was at the ceremony.

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Those who have carried out the work say promoting issues such as gender equality and preventing sexual assaults is becoming more and more important.