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Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day, also known as Veterans Day, is on November 11 and marks the anniversary of the armistice which ended the First World War (1914–18). A day to commemorate the sacrifices of members of the armed forces and of civilians in times of war.
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Why do you wear poppies on remembrance?
The wearing of the poppy to keep faith began when an American, Miss Moira Michael, read the poem "In Flanders Field" and was so greatly impressed that she decided always to wear a poppy to keep the faith. Miss Michael wrote a reply after reading "In Flanders Field" entitled "We Shall Keep the Faith": In Flanders' Fields
In Flanders' Fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved, and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders' Fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders' Fields.
What is the older name for Remembrence day?
another name for rememberance day is Veterans Day or Poppy Day. I am not sure if they are an older name but its an alternative.
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What does the remembrance day tulip stand for?
The Remembrance Day tulip symbolizes gratitude and remembrance for the sacrifices made by soldiers during wartime. This tradition originated from a gift of tulip bulbs sent to Canada by the Dutch royal family in 1945, in appreciation for the Canadian soldiers who liberated the Netherlands during World War II. The tulip serves as a reminder of hope, new beginnings, and the enduring friendship between Canada and the Netherlands. It is often used in commemorative events, particularly on Remembrance Day, to honor those who served and sacrificed for their country.
What does The term 11th hour mean?
WWI ended by Armistice on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month 1918.
Do they still sell poppies for Veterans Day?
Yes, many veterans' organizations still offer poppies. They are not really 'selling' them, but are requesting donations. The donations are typically used for such things as orphanages and veterans' hospitals.
Why is remembrance day a special day?
It is so special because ....That is the day we remember all the solders.Who died for us.
What conditions do poppies need to grow?
poppies can grown in all sort of condition prefably dry ones with plenty of water and sunshine.
Are there poppy fields in Cambodia?
Cambodia is not considered an opium producing country at this time. However there are rumors that some cultivation is taking place. 2008
What do red poppies represent?
Red symbolizes the blood of the fallen soldiers, black is the grief over them, and green is the hope.
What does the name 'Poppy' mean?
The name Poppy means 'from the flower' originating from the Latin language, it is a feminine given name.
Girls with the name Poppy are so-o cool!
I wish my name was Poppy!
It's after the flower.
The flower name poppy is derived from papaver, the Latin word for poppy.
Yea! This poem is quite popular. It's called Flander's Fields.
Flanders fields
In Flanders Fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
Its by: Lieutenant Colonel
John McCrae
(1872-1918)
What was the original name for the day or remembrance you now call honored each year on November 11?
Armistice Day. It's still referred to that in some provinces.
What is the history of the poppies for peace and movement?
The bomb blasted battle fields of the Somme, at the end of the first world war, became carpeted with wild red poppies. The red poppy was adopted to symbolise the futility of war. It has also become a means to show our appreciation for the sacrifice made by so many. Artificial red poppies are sold each year, gathering in money that can be used to aid veterans of any conflict today.
It is a mark of respect. The Poppy represents the fallen in times of war because after World War One the fields which used to have the trenches in them grew thousands of poppies. It is believed that the growth of the poppies is linked to the rotting corpses left behind from the war. Therefore every year we wear poppies to remember those who died for our country in any conflict. The money raised from selling the poppies is used to look after veterans and injured soldiers.
Why do you not clap during a Remembrance Day cerimony?
Rememberance day is a day of silence for remembering our fallen soldiers who now lay in Flander's Field. We do not clap as it is not a day of happiness, it is a day of rememberance.
Can you crush poppy petals to make poppy purfume?
You can crush poppy petals to make perfume. You need lots of petals to crush then a few more to wrap round the mixture.
In what fields do the poppies blow?
In Flanders Fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
