The term "lest we forget," taken from a passage in a well-known poem published in the nineteenth century, indicates "it should not be forgotten." In commemorations, we say or write "lest we forget" to honor the service and sacrifice of those who have fought in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping missions. In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the holiday now known as Remembrance Day was originally called Armistice Day. It was on this day in 1918 that the First World War ended with a series of treaties at Versailles, France. The momentous events at Paris left an indelible mark on those who witnessed them, not only because they brought an end to such terrible suffering but also because they demonstrated that humanity is never defeated. Ever since then, people all over the world have held memorial services on November 11 to honor those who died in wars. Those who work with veterans know how important it is for them to remember what happened so that these tragedies will never happen again. Veterans need to be treated with respect, and their memories should be preserved by having monuments built in their honor. On Remembrance Day, we pay tribute to everyone who has served in military forces - including veterans, active soldiers, and civilians who support the mission. By remembering those who have died in war, we hope to avoid future conflicts.