Remembering the Somme in the Welsh capital

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Gathered together
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Gathered together in commemoration to remember the Somme at Cardiff's National War Memorial.

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A piper was there to help mark the moment.

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It was a time to reflect for these veterans.

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Medals on display.

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A time for the younger generation too - including serving members of The Royal Welsh.

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The Royal Navy - Britain's 'senior service' marked the moment too.

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A drumhead was one of the focuses for the service.

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Whistles were blown - the sound that sent men out of the trenches and into action.

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The artillery guns fire.

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In Llandaff, a trench candle arrived before the ceremony at the city's cathedral.

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Inside Llandaff Cathedral - the candle was a focus for the remembrance service.

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The Union flag and Ddraig Goch together to remember the Somme sacrifice.