A memorial service was held in Southampton to honour Black History Month.

The event was hosted at Hollybrook Memorial, where the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) and the British Army’s Multicultural Network came together to remember those who served in the British West Indies Regiment, Indian Army, and South African Native Labour Corps.

These individuals are commemorated on the Hollybrook Memorial.

The service took place between 1pm to 2pm on October 23.

Simon Bendry, director of education and engagement at the CWGC, said: "Our cemeteries and memorials, both in the UK and around the world, tell a powerful story of the global impact of the World Wars.

"Every community is represented among those we commemorate, and we warmly welcome all to explore the legacies of the Commonwealth men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice."

This service at Hollybrook Memorial is one of several events organised by the CWGC nationwide, including tours at Runnymede Air Forces Memorial in Surrey and the graves of British West Indies Regiment casualties at Seaford Cemetery.

The month aims to highlight the contributions of those from the black community who served in both World WarsThe month aims to highlight the contributions of those from the black community who served in both World Wars (Image: Commonwealth War Graves Commission)

The events are part of Black History Month, which is celebrated every October across the UK.

The month aims to highlight the contributions of those from the black community who served in both World Wars.

This year's theme for Black History Month is Reclaiming Narratives.

It aims to recognise and correct the narratives of Black history and culture.

The CWGC’s public engagement team is working with Black Poppy Rose and the British Army’s and RAF’s Ethnic Minority Networks to share the stories of black service personnel.

People are also encouraged to view and share stories of the casualties commemorated by the CWGC on their story-sharing platform, For Evermore: Stories of the Fallen.

The CWGC's mission is to ensure those who died in service, or as a result of conflict, are commemorated so that they, and the human cost of war, are remembered forever.

The organisation commemorates the 1.7 million men and women from the Commonwealth who lost their lives in the two World Wars.

For more information about Black History Month, visit their website.