In most countries, Remembrance Day is observed on 11 November to recall the end of First World War hostilities. Hostilities ended "at the 11th hour of the 11th ...
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What is Remembrance Day in the USA?
In the United States, and some other allied nations, 11 November was formerly known as Armistice Day; in the United States it was given its new name in 1954 at the end of the Korean War to honour all veterans.
What is Remembrance Day and why is it celebrated?
While this special day was first commemorated to remember the huge losses after World War One, today the anniversary is used to remember all the people who have died in all wars since.
What is Dutch Remembrance Day?
On 4 May we remember all Dutch victims of war – civilians and military personnel – who have died in armed conflict or peace missions in the Kingdom of the Netherlands or further afield since the start of the Second World War.
What's the difference between Anzac Day and Remembrance Day?
The 1920s cemented Anzac Day as a national commemoration, which has since grown to a day of solemn reflection and gratitude to all who have served in Australia's military. Remembrance Day is held on the anniversary of the Armistice that ended fighting with Germany in WWI.
Remembrance Sunday is a national opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.
Remembrance Day
Celebration
Date: Monday, November 11, 2024
Also called: Poppy Day
Observances: Parades, silences
Related to: Armistice Day, Anzac Day, Memorial Day, National Unity and Armed Forces Day, Veterans Day
Significance: Commemorates war dead
Remembrance Sunday, in the United Kingdom, holiday held on the second Sunday of November that commemorates British service members who have died in wars and ...
The Armistice, an agreement to end the fighting of the First World War as a prelude to peace negotiations, began at 11am on 11 November 1918.
On the second Sunday of each November, The King leads the nation in remembering those who have died in world wars and other conflicts. In a ceremony at the ...
Canadians recognize Remembrance Day, originally called Armistice Day, every 11 November at 11 a.m. It marks the end of hostilities during the First World ...
On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minute's silence is observed and dedicated to those soldiers who died fighting to protect the nation.
On Remembrance Day we honour those who gave their lives to serve our country. · Meet some of the Veterans who sacrificed for our freedoms. · Participate in the ...
It is held on the second Sunday in November (the Sunday nearest to 11 November, Armistice Day, the anniversary of the end of hostilities in World War I in 1918) ...
Linked to Armistice Day on 11 November 1918, the poppy is a symbol of remembrance of the First World War with its origin lying in the landscapes of WW1.
