The unveiling, on a cold and blustery autumn day, was a small and private affair. Ron Weasley and Harry Potter returned to their school, a place of sanctuary and learning once more, and stood either side of their best friend in the newly created Memorial Garden. Once the monument was revealed, there was silence for several minutes.

‘You know, every year on the 11th of November, Muggles stop and remember all of those who have died in battle,’ said Hermione Granger.