Five million people have visited the Tower of London's Remembrance poppy display including many from Birmingham. Some have made the journey specially to see the spectacular art installation while others have taken detours from work trips to ensure they Tower's poppies: From the first flower to a field of red Photo: David Jensen/EMPICS Entertainment Here is a look at how the Tower of London's poppy installation 'Blood Credit: Susanne Doepke/DPA/Press Association Images The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh The poppy was the first thing that came to mind for Wilma Butts when she heard about Peacework. It was early summer, and the Halifax fibre artist’s garden was filled with the distinctive flower in full bloom. “I look at poppies as a sign of remembrance An army of volunteers has begun removing the field of 888,246 poppies that were gradually 'planted' over months to fill the moat at the Tower of London. They braved heavy rain this morning to remove the hand-made ceramic flowers, each of which have been when the last poppy is planted. Afterwards, they will be sold for £25 each to raise funds for military charities, including Help for Heroes and Combat Stress. Tower of London General Lord Dannatt, 63, said: “We have been astounded by the overwhelming with each flower representing a British military fatality from WWI. It marks the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War. To celebrate the incredible work, Metro.co.uk has compiled breath-taking before and after photos courtesy of Met .
After Armistice Day each poppy from the installation will be available to buy for 25 GBP.Getty Images Paul Cummins currently surrounding the Tower of London, has revealed that he lost a finger when working on the ceramic flowers' art installation. Talia Syrie is the ebullient owner of the Tallest Poppy, a new/old eatery that opened in the hip But the mismatched tables and chairs? The clever flower arrangements? The intriguing works of art? They're all still part of the package. If you are craving a flower punch in your full sun bed that has a high color saturation, or if you are a Wizard of Oz groupie, then the oriental poppy is an alluring treat that should not be missed. The first poppy will be planted at a special ceremony on March 21 and each flower will feature a laminated plaque engraved with a soldier’s name, their war service and date of death. All proceeds from the sale of the commemorative flowers will go to the .
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