Every year on May 15, Peace Officers Memorial Day is celebrated in the US. This year, Peace Officers Memorial Day 2024 falls on May 15, 2024, which is a Wednesday. A peace officer is someone who works for the government and mainly enforces laws. This includes police officers, mayors, sheriffs and many more such people. This special day is set aside to honour and show respect to all the officers who have either passed away, been hurt, or become disabled while doing their duty. May 15, 2024: Which Day Is Today? Know Holidays, Festivals, Special Events, Birthdays, Birth and Death Anniversaries Falling on Today’s Calendar Date.

It's a time for us to think about their sacrifices and to acknowledge the risks that law enforcement officers take every single day to ensure that everyone is safe and treated fairly. There are various ways people honour these brave people, including parades, ceremonies, and memorial services. Let's explore more about the history and importance of this day.

Peace Officers Memorial Day 2024

Peace Officers Memorial Day 2024 will be celebrated on May 15, 2024, a Wednesday.

Peace Officers Memorial Day History

Back in October 1961, the Congress asked President John F. Kennedy to designate May 15 as a special day for honouring peace officers. Then, in 1962, President Kennedy declared that May 15 would be Peace Officers Memorial Day. Later, in 1994, Bill Clinton amended things a bit with Public Law 103-322. This law stated that on May 15, the United States flag should be flown at half-staff to show respect for this important day.

Peace Officers Memorial Day Significance

National Peace Officers Memorial Day is a special day that takes place every year. During this time, law enforcement officers and their families come together from all over the country. It's a chance for everyone to come together and think about how brave and committed police officers are. It is also a time to empathise with and recognise the sadness felt by their families and coworkers. National Police Week Start Date: Know History & Significance of the Week That Honours the Law Enforcement Community in the US.

This National Peace Officers Memorial Day, let's take the time to honour the courage and sacrifice of law enforcement officers, and remember their dedication to keeping citizens safe.

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