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February 3rd, Thai Veterans’ Day
February 3rd is the Thai Veterans’ Day. Let’s take a moment of silence
and remember the bravery of Thai veterans in the past battles.
The Thai Veterans’ Day is the commemoration date for the foundation
of the War Veterans Organization of Thailand on February 3rd, 1948. The
organization, which is under the Thai Ministry of Defense, had the initial
mission of taking care of the WWII veterans and their families such as
their post-service lives, financial aid, medical care benefits, rights, and
recognition of their selfless sacrifice for the country. Today, its mission
includes serving those who served includes the police, civil servants, and
civilians who work to protect Thailand’s sovereignty domestically and
internationally through the United Nations.
On this day, the official remembrance services take place at Victory
Monument in Bangkok along with parades from all military branches.
One of the highlights is the red poppy flowers, which are the symbol of
peace and veteran’s bravery. The flowers can be purchased from the
related vendors and the money goes to support veterans and their
families.
