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Last Updated on October 28, 2024
Across the world, citizens commemorate the service of those who fight for their country. In the United States, Veteran’s Day is observed; in the United Kingdom, they celebrate Remembrance Day.
Poppies are a flower of remembrance. In 2014, patrons installed an art sculpture at The Tower of London called Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red to honor the 100th anniversary of World War I.
The installation contained 888, 246 ceramic poppies, one in remembrance of each British or Colonial serviceperson killed.
Remembrance Day Video
Watch the video commemorating the installation.
And learn more about this beautiful Remembrance Day installation.
Remembrance Day Poem
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.
Veteran’s Day is Observed in the US
In the United States, Veteran’s Day is observed on November 11th each year to honor all American veterans who have served in the US armed forces. This date holds significance as it marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Originally known as Armistice Day, the US expanded it in 1954 to honor veterans of all US wars.
On Veteran’s Day, we express our gratitude to the people who served and made sacrifices to protect our freedom. Also, we raise awareness about the challenges veterans and their families face.
In the United States, The American Legion declared May 27 as National Poppy Day to honor those who died serving their country. To make a difference, you can purchase poppy lapel pins to support veterans, the military community, and their families. Here are other ways you can make a difference for veterans:
- Volunteer at a VA hospital or veteran’s organization.
- Donate to veteran organizations such as the Wounded Warrior Project, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, or the American Legion.
- Learn about the challenges veterans face, such as homelessness, unemployment, and mental health issues.
- Support veteran-owned businesses. For example, The Price of Freedom is one of many art pieces veterans create through the United States Veterans’ Artists Alliance.
Art as Activism
The American Friends Service Committee used sculpture to highlight peacebuilding. For example, they created a traveling exhibition of combat boots, each pair representing a US military casualty.
A famous example of artistic activism is the sculpture Fearless Girl by Kristen Visbal. In honor of International Women’s Day, Fearless Girl was placed in front of the New York Stock Exchange. She faced down the Wall Street bull.
Browse more examples of artistic activism.
If you are artistic, apply your skills to a worthy cause, as the artist did for this beautiful Tower of London Remembrance Day exhibit.
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This is absolutely amazing. I didn’t know about these poppies. Thanks for sharing it.
I’m glad you enjoyed this Pam. They are so gorgeous. Thanks for stopping by.
Thank you so much for sharing your post at our Senior Salon Pit Stop.
Yes it’s Poppy day and we have to much to be grateful for and should never ever forget those before us
Thanks, Esme.
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Wow, what a beautiful display and and important purpose. Visiting from Senior Salon Pit Stop.
Thanks for stopping by, Jennifer. I think it is beautiful, too, and what a creative way to remember those lost to war.
Yes, a beautiful remembrance! This post is one of my features for this weeks Senior Salon Pit Stop. Thank you for sharing with us. Melynda @scratchmadefood!
Thank you for stopping by, Melynda. And thanks for featuring me at Senior Salon!