Remembering people who have died during war is hugely important.

Looking back at history can help us make sense of present day unrest.

And Remembrance events can help the families and friends of the dead to cope with their grief, unite communities and provide a lasting reminder of the human cost of war.

It is rare that, in the hustle and bustle of modern life, people get to pause to reflect in peace. It can be easy to forget the value of a moment's silence in our noisy world.

With terrible news arriving on a weekly basis of yet more British troops dying during foreign conflicts, Remembrance Sunday seems to have taken on even more significance this year.

I don't think I've ever seen as many people wearing poppies as this year. The biggest crowds in years were reported to have gathered at the Cenotaph in London on Sunday.

It is fantastic to see people, especially younger people, taking an active and heartfelt interest in Remembrance events.

The money raised will provide much-needed help to people who have suffered during or after fighting wars on behalf of our country.

Alongside helping those who have died fighting for Britain, I hope people can still spare a thought for soldiers, from all armies and countries, who have died during conflict.

Soldiers join armies to fight for their countries. From that point on they are unable to challenge whether the cause they are fighting for is right or lawful or worthwhile. They have no input into the decisions made by those in power.

It is for this reason that I think one of the best ways we can honour the principles we send our own troops to war for – such as respect, fairness and dignity for all – is to remember everyone who has lost their life during war.