As families across the United Kingdom prepare to mark Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, we asked you to share treasured photographs of the heroes in your house – the servicemen and women, past or present, who you will be thinking of as these commemorations arrive. We have received some truly touching tributes and pictures. Here are their stories, along with some of your beautiful poppy pictures from across the North East.
9. Daniel Kenny
Ronnie Kenny: My son, Daniel Kenny. Served with the Parachute Regiment in Afghanistan during Op Herrick 13 at the age of 19. Now with the Royal Navy, following in his grandad's footsteps. Photo: Ronnie Kenny
10. Harry Brennan
Clair Brennan: Early in April 1918 Harry Brennan landed in France, just in time to be embroiled in Ludendorff's spring offensive. On Wednesday, April 10 he wrote to his mother asking her to send him 10/-. He was killed the following day. Photo: Clair Brennan
11. Paddy Kenny
Ronnie Kenny: My much-loved and missed dad, Paddy Kenny. Royal Navy. Served in the Pacific during World War Two. Photo: Ronnie Kenny
12. Wilfred, Harry and Frank
Clair Brennan: Wilfred Brennan , Harry Brennan and Frank Durham. WW2. Photo: Clair Brennan