On 11 November 2026, colleagues from KFM and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust came together to honour the bravery, service and sacrifice of those who have served in the Armed Forces.
A remembrance service was held at St Luke’s Chapel at King’s, with colleagues also gathering at other King’s sites to pay their respects.
Members of our Armed Forces community including KFM Reservist colleagues, took part in the ceremony, which included the laying of wreaths and readings from the biographies of those who served during World War One. The service also paid tribute to King’s College Hospital staff who lost their lives in active service, as well as colleagues who serve in the forces today.
Kwaku Amoako, IT Support Coordinator, who ushered and welcomed attendees to the service, said, “To me, Remembrance Day is about remembering that the life I live today was shaped by the sacrifices of others. It reminds me of the human cost of war, the importance of peace, and the courage shown by those who served their country. It is also an opportunity to show gratitude, respect, and support for veterans, serving personnel, and their families. Their legacy motivates me not only to serve with pride but also to make a positive difference in my community and honour their memory through my actions every day. As a service man, it is not just about turning in my pressed uniform looking good and presentable, but it is turning up, observing the occasion and remembering those who walked so I could run. Lest we forget.”
Lieutenant Colonel Alex Saunders, Associate Director of Nursing for Education, Resuscitation and Armed Forces, King’s College Hospital, added, “Remembrance is deeply personal and poignant for me. As a nurse at King’s and having served in military healthcare overseas, I have had the privilege of caring for others, including those who sadly never made it home. I remember them, and all those who have lost their lives in the line of duty, whether military or civilian. For me, Remembrance is not just about one day in November or wearing a poppy. It is about taking a moment to reflect, remembering the sacrifices of others, and doing what we can to make the world a better place.”
This year’s service reflects King’s and KFM’s shared commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. As proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we continue to honour those who gave their lives and stand alongside those who serve today.