Commemoration of First World War
Most Britons would rather see the centenary of the First World War commemorated by focusing on those who lost their lives and on the war's historic significance than on a celebration of victory, according to a new Ipsos poll of British adults aged 16-75 for British Future.
Six in ten (59%) Britons said they believe "the commemoration should just be a remembrance for those who lost their lives, and a reflection on an important part of Britain's history."
Around one in five (22%) said "we should have a proud commemoration of Britain's victory in the war, as it was a just war that Britain was right to fight."
Only 6% of Britons said "there should be no commemoration - it was an unnecessary war which destroyed a generation."
Technical note:
Ipsos interviewed 2,244 British online adults aged 16-75, 6-11 December 2013. Interviews were conducted using the Ipsos online panel. Data are weighted to the profile of the population.
