Samurai
11-13-2005, 10:15 AM
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Wreaths constructed with artificial poppies used as a symbol of remembrance.
Remembrance Day or Armistice Day is a day of commemoration observed in the Commonwealth of Nations and various European countries (including France and Belgium) to commemorate World War I and other wars. It is observed on November 11 to recall the end of World War I on that date in 1918. Remembrance Day is specifically dedicated to members of the armed forces who were killed during war, and was created by King George V of the United Kingdom on November 7, 1919 upon the suggestion of Edward George Honey.
There will be a 2 minute silence at 11.00am GMT. This means no posting as well for all those who observe this commemoration.
More Information: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rememberance_Day)
Wreaths constructed with artificial poppies used as a symbol of remembrance.
Remembrance Day or Armistice Day is a day of commemoration observed in the Commonwealth of Nations and various European countries (including France and Belgium) to commemorate World War I and other wars. It is observed on November 11 to recall the end of World War I on that date in 1918. Remembrance Day is specifically dedicated to members of the armed forces who were killed during war, and was created by King George V of the United Kingdom on November 7, 1919 upon the suggestion of Edward George Honey.
There will be a 2 minute silence at 11.00am GMT. This means no posting as well for all those who observe this commemoration.
More Information: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rememberance_Day)