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The event marks 100 years since the signing of the treaty which ended the battle on the Western Front of the great war on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th of 1918.
Between July 28, 1914 and November 11, 1918 Over 800,000 UK troops lost their lives with an estimated 20 million soldiers and civilians killed around the world.
Camilla was given the honor of the monarch Prince Charles took over additional royal duties.
Once Prince Charles who turns 70 this week, it's expected to be the Duchess will take over the title of Queen Consort.
Camila and Kate Middleton joined the Queen who is head of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Prince Philip, 97, retired from royal duties in May 2017 and was not expected to wait.
Prime Minister Theresa May was the first politician at Cenotaph along with leader of the opposition Jeremy Corbyn.
They were joined by Liberal Democrat Sir Vince Cable, Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt and Speaker of the House of Commons John Bercow.
In addition to the Duke of Cambridge, the Duke of Sussex, the Duke of York, the Earl of Wessex, the Royal Princess, the Duke of Kent and Prince Michael of Kent
For the first time President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, ugly on behalf of the German people.
David Cameron, Gordon Brown, Sir John Major and Tony Blair were among the Prime Ministers who were in attendance.
Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson said: "To be at the Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday is a privilege and provides us with the opportunity for reflection along with millions of people in countries that continue to be strong allies.
"The First World War touched communities across the globe and I commend all those who have helped the first world war generation.
"We will never forget them or the sacrifice of thousands of British and Commonwealth people who have given their lives in other conflicts."
The ceremony will be followed by the Royal British Legion's Veterans Parade.
In the afternoon, 10,000 members of the public – chosen by the ballot – will be awarded the Cenotaph for "A Nation's Thank You – The People's Procession".
The day will end with a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.
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