Six moving photos of Seaham's Tommy statue and Penshaw Monument lit up for Armistice Day in Sunderland
As Sunderland pays its respects on Armistice Day, November 11, Penshaw Monument has been lit up in red.
It’s been captured in camera in these beautiful images – and so has the famous Tommy statue in Seaham.
Today Sunderland honours those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country.
1. Landmark in red
Penshaw Monument illuminated red ahead of Armistice Day, in a photo taken on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.
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2. Unmissable sight
People walk past the Tommy statue, officially named 1101, on Terrace Green by the seafront in Seaham, County Durham.
Photo: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire
3. Seen from inside
People admire the view from within Penshaw Monument itself.
Photo: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire
4. Tommy at sunset
On the eve of the anniversary of Armistice Day, Tommy is framed by a beautiful sunset.
Photo: Owen Humphreys/PA Images