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The Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War remembers their armed forces who lost their lives in the line of duty. Also known as Poppy Day, the tradition to honour the WWI veterans is annually observed on the eleventh day of the eleventh month at the eleventh hour (November 11). While commemorating all lives lost in WWI, Remembrance Day is a profound reminder of the importance of peace and unity. Different kinds of parades are organised to show respect to all the different communities who served. Amidst the observations, Remembrance Day 2019 quotes are another way to remember the war veterans. On this significant event, we have compiled the best Poppy Day quotes and sayings that you can share, calling for peace and harmony. History & Significance of Remembrance Day.
Remembrance Day is marked on November 11 in most countries to recall the end of hostilities of the WWI on that date in 1918. According to the historical records, hostilities formally ended “at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month,” in accordance with the armistice that signed by representatives of Germany and the Entente. Hence the tradition of Remembrance Day evolved out of Armistice Day. It was during WWII, when many countries changed the name of the holiday. While member states of the Commonwealth of Nations adopted Remembrance Day, the US chose Veterans Day. Here are some of the most powerful quotes to share and honour the soldiers who lost their lives during WWI.
"In war, there are no unwounded soldiers." Jose Naroskyv
"The dead soldier's silence sing our national anthem." Aaron Kilbourn
"And they who for their country die shall fill an honored grave, for glory lights the soldier's tomb, and beauty weeps the brave." Joseph Drake
"The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example." Benjamin Disraeli
"The greatest glory of a free-born people is to transmit that freedom to their children." William Havard
It has been more than a century of the end of First World War. Different coloured poppies are introduced to show respect to all the different communities across the world. You can also send the above Remembrance Day 2019 quotes and sayings to keep the spirit alive and strive to create global harmony.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Nov 11, 2019 11:27 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
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