Remembrance Day

November 11, Monday

Remembrance Day
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Remembrance Day, also known as Poppy Day, is observed on November 11 each year in Commonwealth member states to honor the members of the armed forces who died in the line of duty during World War I and subsequent conflicts. The day is marked by ceremonies, moments of silence, and the wearing of poppies, which symbolize remembrance.

The tradition of wearing a poppy originated from the poem "In Flanders Fields," written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae during World War I, which reflects on the poppies growing on the battlefields. Many people wear artificial poppies, often sold by veterans' organizations, to raise funds for veteran support services.

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Remembrance Day in other years

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