Memorial Day is one of the holidays for honoring and mourning the personnel who died while serving in the country, mostly the military personnel. It is a day for visiting cemeteries and memorials to mourn the military personnel who died in the line of duty.
Martyr's Day (Uganda)
Martyrs' Day in Uganda commemorates the execution of 45 Christian converts, known as the Ugandan Martyrs, between 1885 and 1887 by order of King Mwanga II of Buganda. This solemn occasion has grown into one of the largest religious pilgrimages in Africa, drawing millions of faithful from across the continent.
Victory Day in Rhode Island
Victory Day is a state holiday in Rhode Island. It commemorates the victory of Allied forces over Japan during World War II, marking the end of the war in the Pacific and the broader conclusion of World War II.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation honors the survivors, families, and communities affected by Canada's residential school system, acknowledging the ongoing impact of these institutions and advancing the process of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Veterans Day in USA
Veterans Day is a federal holiday dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude to military veterans, who are individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans Day is distinct from Memorial Day, another U.S. federal holiday in May, which specifically honors those who died while serving in the military.
Remembrance Day in Canada
Remembrance Day in Canada is to honor the members of the armed forces who served and sacrificed in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping missions. The day commemorates the end of World War I, which formally concluded with the signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918, at 11:00 AM.
Commemoration Day (UAE)
Commemoration Day in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known as Martyrs' Day, honors the Emirati soldiers and civilians who have sacrificed their lives in service to the nation, whether in military, humanitarian, or civil roles.
Confederate Heroes' Day in Texas
Confederate Heroes' Day is a holiday observed in Texas to honor Confederate soldiers and figures who fought for the Confederacy during the American Civil War (1861–1865).
Archbishop Janani Luwum Memorial Day
Archbishop Janani Luwum Memorial Day honors the life and legacy of Archbishop Janani Luwum, a prominent Anglican leader who was martyred in 1977 for courageously standing up against the brutal regime of Idi Amin.