Armistice Day was meant to commemorate the end of wars, but this was replaced in many countries with celebrations that shift focus to glorifying the military. We must re-center Armistice Day back to its original purpose of solemn reflection on the true nature of war: the innocent lives lost, the families torn apart, and the communities devastated.
Canadians celebrate Remembrance Day and I’ve always appreciated how much of it emphasizes solemn reflection on the horrors and loss associated with conflict.
Canadians celebrate Remembrance Day and I’ve always appreciated how much of it emphasizes solemn reflection on the horrors and loss associated with conflict.