Memorial Day of the Latvian Legionnaires

March 16, Sunday

Latvian Legionnaires' Remembrance Day is a day celebrated in Latvia on March 16 to commemorate the Latvian legionnaires who served in the SS (Security Service) and other German military units during World War II. The day is quite controversial and controversial, as the Latvian legionnaires were part of the Nazi army during World War II, which causes differences in perception of their role in history.

Festive and memorial events
Ceremonies and processions. In Latvia, especially in Riga, events and memorial processions are held to commemorate the legionnaires. In some cases, veterans and their descendants attend these events.

Public debates. This day is often the subject of public and media discussions on the moral and historical side of Latvians' participation in the Nazi army, as well as the consequences for the Latvian people in the context of World War II.

Honors at military cemeteries. Memorial events may take place at Latvian military cemeteries where soldiers who died as part of the Latvian Legion are buried.

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Memorial Day of the Latvian Legionnaires in other years

2021 March 16, Tuesday
2022 March 16, Wednesday
2023 March 16, Thursday
2024 March 16, Saturday
2026 March 16, Monday