Right now I am in Leeds and lots of people have a Poppy nearby their hearts. Why a Poppy? It was the first plant that could grow on blood sheded field. Beauty and strength of this weed has become a symbol to commemorate the sacrifices of members of the armed forces and of civilians in times of war.
Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 with the German signing of the Armistice. At 11:00 am even everyday locations such as supermarkets and banks may invite their customers and staff to fall silent .
On the 11th of November Latvians commemorate the victory over the Bermontians at the battle of Riga during the Freedom Struggles in 1918. It is called Lāčplēsis Day (Latvian: Lāčplēša Diena).
This Year will be the first year I'll be celebrating Lāčplēsis Day not only putting fire candles and on the front wall of Riga Castle, but also with a Poppy on my twitter: http://bit.ly/3SMf1P
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