A LARGE number of youngsters from St Helens were present at last week's Remembrance celebrations both in the official parade and in the crowds.

Their role in the services unites the new generation with the veterans of war, ensuring the stories of the sacrifices that were made by many are passed on and remembered.

Here are some more pictures from Bernard Platt that reflect children's role in the occasion.

Scouts during the parade in St HelensScouts during the parade in St Helens (Image: Bernard Platt) More scouts during the parade through Victoria SquareMore scouts during the parade through Victoria Square (Image: Bernard Platt) Carrying wreathes at the serviceCarrying wreathes at the service (Image: Bernard Platt)
Holding hands during the paradeHolding hands during the parade (Image: Bernard Platt) Paying respects at the war memorialPaying respects at the war memorial (Image: Bernard Platt) Planting crossesPlanting crosses (Image: Bernard Platt) A youngster joins in the remembrance commemorationsA youngster joins in the remembrance commemorations (Image: Bernard Platt)