HUNDREDS of people gathered in Victoria Square as St Helens came together to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Veterans, families, community groups, civic representatives and residents attended the town's Remembrance Sunday commemorations today.
A parade led by Armed Forces veterans and featuring representatives from local cadet, Scout and Guide groups made its way to the war memorial near St Helens Town Hall.
At 11am, hundreds gathered around the monument fell silent for two minutes in memory of servicemen and women who lost their lives in conflicts around the world.
The poignant ceremony featured prayers, readings from veterans and words of commemoration, with music provided by Valley Brass Band.
Wreaths were laid at the war memorial and crosses planted in memory of the fallen.
The moving town centre gathering was one of several Remembrance Sunday commemorations taking place across the borough, with services also held in Newton-le-Willows and Earlestown, Rainhill, Rainford, Eccleston and Haydock.
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