As part of the annual Remembrance Day observation, the Millicent RSL has again erected a field of cross poppies to honour those local service personnel who have died in battle or since.

Dozens of white wooden crosses with red poppies for remembrance have been placed in the ground alongside the Millicent Cross of Sacrifice.

For the first time, they are shaped in the form of the rising sun which is the emblem of the Australian Imperial Force.

This tradition dates back to the 1990s and was initiated by then Millicent RSL president and one-time British merchant mariner Syd Pelling (now deceased).

Mr Pelling adopted the field of cross poppies from a similar annual display in the Prince Henry Gardens on North Terrace, Adelaide.

The cross poppies were placed into the ground at 10am on Sunday by eight members of the Millicent RSL.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend the Remembrance Day service which commences at 10.45am on Thursday.

Millicent RSL president Chris Mathias is hopeful of a good turnout.

“For the first time in 30 years, Australia is at peace,” he said.

“Although we still have troops deployed overseas, none are involved in conflict.

“If any family members want a memorial cross poppy, this can be arranged by contacting the RSL.”

Meanwhile, the Millicent RSL is taking part in the annual nationwide Poppy Appeal to benefit veteran charities.