Photos & Video: 2025 Remembrance Day

November 11, 2025 | 0 Comments

[Updated with photos] The Remembrance Day ceremony took place earlier today [Nov 11] along Front Street in Hamilton to pay respects to the Bermudians who served in the two World Wars of the 20th century and other conflicts.

A Government spokesperson said, “Today’s observances honoured those who fought in the two World Wars and other campaigns of the Allied Forces. Against the backdrop of inclement weather, wreaths were laid at the Cenotaph by His Excellency the Governor, Andrew Murdoch CMG, Premier David Burt, JP, MP, and other dignitaries.”

Update: A spokesperson said, “Soldiers spoke with pride about their participation in the Remembrance Day Parade today having been undeterred by conditions that tested the resolve of all who turned out.

“The Royal Bermuda Regiment was joined by units from across the island to commemorate those who fell during the two world wars and other campaigns of the Allied Forces.

“Veterans or their representatives formed part of the parade, which also featured members of the Bermuda Police Service, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Association, the Bermuda Sea Cadets, the RBR’s Junior Leaders, and Bermuda Scouts.

“Music was provided by the RBR’s Band and Corps of Drums together with members of the Salvation Army Bermuda Divisional Band, Somerset Brigade Band and the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band.

“The parade marched from the western end of Front Street towards the Cabinet grounds, where wreaths were laid at the Cenotaph by dignitaries including His Excellency the Governor, Andrew Murdoch, Premier David Burt, and the RBR’s Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Duncan Simons.

“Spectators came prepared for the heavy rain that fell throughout the first half of the ceremony, showing support and respect from under hoods and umbrellas.

“Royal Bermuda Regiment Captain Travis Stevens, the parade commander, said it was an honour to take his place in front of all the units involved.”

“It means so much to me because it’s a vote of confidence in my abilities and I was excited to show off what everyone had practised so hard to do,” he shared.

“The theme of today was certainly resilience as much as it was about remembrance.

“We wanted to honour those who served for us, whether it was raining, blowing or shining and, barring any serious safety concerns such as lightning, we wanted the parade to go ahead as planned.

“The troops really impressed me with their mental fortitude and allowed themselves to really lock in when it was most needed.

“It’s important for them to remember, as well, that our forefathers and foremothers endured much harsher conditions. For us to get out and celebrate those people in conditions that were not so sunny was by far the easiest thing that most of us have done this week.”

A spokesperson added, “Private Mikhyla Ming, 20, was one of the wreath bearers at the commemoration today.

“The Bermuda College student described her experience as “beautiful”.”

Pte Ming, from Sandys, said: “We are honouring veterans who served on Bermuda’s behalf and they sacrificed their lives for us.”

Reflecting on the support shown to serving soldiers by members of the community, she added: “Before, when I was on the outside looking in, I looked up to these people.

“To actually be a part of it is really inspiring, it makes me want to continue on my journey in the Regiment and potentially make this a career.”

A spokesperson added, “Rodwell Wade – a former Sergeant in the Bermuda Regiment, where he played in the band – was among those on parade representing veterans.”

The 77-year-old, from Pembroke, said: “I’m here today because of my father, Edmund, who served in Egypt and Italy.”

He added: “It’s important to show our respect for those who made freedoms possible for us.”