Mothers at the Wall Day

May 11, Sunday

Mothers at the Wall Day is a memorial day observed on the second Sunday of May, coinciding with Mother's Day in the United States. It is dedicated to mothers who have lost their children in war and is associated with visits to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., where special ceremonies are held in their honor.

History and significance
The day originated as a way to honor mothers whose children died in military conflicts. It emphasizes the importance of support and recognition of these women's pain and serves as a reminder of the cost of war and the need for peace.

Traditions of celebration
- Visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall and participating in commemorative events.
- Decorating the graves of fallen soldiers with flowers and wreaths.
- Organizing meetings and support events for mothers who lost their children in war.

Difference from Mother's Day
Although Mothers at the Wall Day falls on the same date as Mother's Day in the US, it has a more specific focus, drawing attention to mothers who lost children in military actions and is connected to particular commemorative events.

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Mothers at the Wall Day in other years

2022 May 8, Sunday
2023 May 14, Sunday
2024 May 12, Sunday
2026 May 10, Sunday

Mothers at the Wall Day in other countries