POW/MIA Recognition Day
When : Third Friday of September
POW/MIA Recognition Day is a day of remembrance and hope for the
speedy and safe return of American Prisoners of War, and those still Missing in
Action. It also seeks the return of the remains of fallen soldiers.
The first official commemoration of POW/MIAs was July 18, 1979. It was the
result of resolutions passed in Congress. The first national ceremony was held
on this date. Over the next several years, it was held in varying dates of the
year. Finally, in 1986, The National League of Families proposed the third
Friday in September as a day to recognize and remember POW/MIAs. This date was
selected, as it is not associated with any wars. Each year, the president of the
United States issues a proclamation on this day.
Did you know? Federal law requires the POW/MIA flag to be flown on the
following days:
You will also notice the POW/MIA flag flown at all US Post office buildings, Veterans Administration, military memorial facilities, and many U.S. government buildings. Please take a few moments today, to remember our missing soldiers, and those held as prisoners of war. Attend a ceremony in your area. Say a prayer for POWs and MIAs. Also, write to your senators and congressman to urge continued and increased effort towards bringing every service man and woman home.
This is something special to me. When I was in high school, one of my classmate's father was a POW in Vietnam. I remember watching tv when to POWs came home and saw my friend with his family, running to greet their Dad.
- Armed Forces Day, May 16
- Memorial Day, May 25
- Flag Day, June 14
- Independence Day, July 4
- POW/MIA Day, 3rd Friday of September
- Veterans Day, Nov. 11
You will also notice the POW/MIA flag flown at all US Post office buildings, Veterans Administration, military memorial facilities, and many U.S. government buildings. Please take a few moments today, to remember our missing soldiers, and those held as prisoners of war. Attend a ceremony in your area. Say a prayer for POWs and MIAs. Also, write to your senators and congressman to urge continued and increased effort towards bringing every service man and woman home.
This is something special to me. When I was in high school, one of my classmate's father was a POW in Vietnam. I remember watching tv when to POWs came home and saw my friend with his family, running to greet their Dad.
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