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Learn about the history and significance of the Poppy, a powerful symbol of Remembrance for Canada's Veterans and their families. Find out how to wear, donate and support the Poppy Campaign, and read John McCrae's poem "In Flanders Fields".
A remembrance poppy is an artificial flower worn in some countries to commemorate their military personnel who died in war. Remembrance poppies are produced by veterans ' associations, which exchange the poppies for charitable donations used to give financial, social and emotional support to members and veterans of the armed forces. [1]
Nov 4, 2020 · Learn how the red poppy became a symbol of remembrance for Canadian veterans and their families, inspired by the poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae. Find out the history, meaning and controversy of the white poppy, a peace symbol.
May 25, 2017 · Learn how the red poppy became a symbol of remembrance for World War I veterans and victims, inspired by a famous poem written by a Canadian surgeon. Discover the history and impact of the poppy in different countries and regions.
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Remembrance Day (also known as Poppy Day owing to the tradition of wearing a remembrance poppy) is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty.
Learn how the red poppy became a symbol of remembrance of the First World War and how it is used today. Watch a video interview with a curator who explains the origin and meaning of the poppy.
Learn how the poppy became a symbol of Remembrance and hope after WW1, inspired by a poem and a campaign. Find out about the Poppy Appeal, the plastic-free poppy, and other ways to honour the Armed Forces community.
