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SUMMARY:Defence Forces Day
DESCRIPTION:Defence Forces Day in Zimbabwe is a national public holiday observed annually on the day after Heroes' Day. It is dedicated to honoring the service\, commitment and sacrifices of the country's military personnel. \nWhen is Defence Forces Day?\nDefence Forces Day is a national public holiday observed on the second Tuesday of August each year. \nThe following is the list of Defence Forces Day from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            Defence Forces DayAug 11\, 2020Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 10\, 2021Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 09\, 2022Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 15\, 2023Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 13\, 2024Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 12\, 2025Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 11\, 2026Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 10\, 2027Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 15\, 2028Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 14\, 2029Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 13\, 2030Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 12\, 2031Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 10\, 2032Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 09\, 2033Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 15\, 2034Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 14\, 2035Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 12\, 2036Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 11\, 2037Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 10\, 2038Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 09\, 2039Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 14\, 2040Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 13\, 2041Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 12\, 2042Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 11\, 2043Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 09\, 2044Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 08\, 2045Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 14\, 2046Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 13\, 2047Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 11\, 2048Tuesday        \n            \n            Defence Forces DayAug 10\, 2049Tuesday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of Defence Forces Day?\nDefence Forces Day honors the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) and their contribution to national security\, peacekeeping and national development. \nDefence Forces Day was officially established after Zimbabwe attained independence in 1980.  \nIt was created to complement Heroes' Day. While Heroes' Day recognizes those who died in the liberation struggle\, Defence Forces Day celebrates the living soldiers and officers who protect Zimbabwe today. \nOver the decades\, Defence Forces Day evolved into a key national event\, showcasing the achievements of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) in defense\, also in humanitarian and peacekeeping missions across Africa\, and in civil duties\, including disaster relief and public health responses. \nThe holiday also serves to foster goodwill between the military and civilians\, reinforcing the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) image as a protector of the people.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/defence-forces-day/
CATEGORIES:Memorial Holiday
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