Country |
Holiday |
Occasion |
Date |
Australia & New Zealand |
ANZAC Day |
Marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War, building a national consciousness in both countries. |
25-Apr |
United Kingdom & Commonwealth Nations |
Remembrance Day |
Observed by Canadians and other members of the Commonwealth since the end of the First World War in order to remember all those who fought and died in the line of duty. |
11-Nov |
South Korea |
Memorial Day |
South Koreans honor servicemen and civilians who have died for their country, the same month that the Korean War began. |
6-Jun |
Turkey |
Martyrs' Day |
The anniversary of a major victory against the Allied Powers during the Gallipoli Campaign, commemorating Turks who have died for the country. |
18-Mar |