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Scotland marks Remembrance Sunday

Remembrance Sunday services have taken place across the country in memory of Scotland's war dead.

A ceremony was held at the Stone of Remembrance on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, with a march by serving and ex-service personnel and civilian organisations.

HMS Ark Royal crew members led a parade as part of Glasgow's ceremony in George Square, while a service was held in Glasgow Cathedral.

Events also took place in towns and cities across Scotland.

First Minister Alex Salmond and Scottish Secretary Michael Moore attended the ceremony in Edinburgh, where Mr Salmond laid a wreath....

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