<P> The "Last Post" was used by British forces in North America in colonial times, but was replaced by the different "Taps" by the United States Army, first used in 1862 and officially recognized in 1874 . </P> <P> During the 19th century, the "Last Post" was also carried to the various countries of the British Empire . In all these countries, it has been incorporated into military funerals, where it is played as a final farewell, symbolising the fact that the duty of the dead soldier is over and that they can rest in peace . </P> <P> "Last Post" is used in public ceremonials commemorating the war dead, particularly on Remembrance Day in the Commonwealth of Nations . In Australia and New Zealand it is also played on Anzac Day, usually before the two - minute silence, which concludes with "The Rouse". </P> <P> When the post is played during services such as Anzac Day, it is required of all current serving military members to salute for the duration of the call . During services organised by the Royal British Legion, it is expected that no salute is given during the "Last Post" and Silence, as all personnel will have removed head dress as in church service prayer, have heads bowed, weapons inverted, and flags and standards lowered . </P>

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