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The Peace Officers Memorial Day is observed in the United States on May 15.
Peace Officers Memorial Day is observed by everybody.
Peace Officers Memorial Day was first observed on May 15, 1962.
The National Fraternal Order of Police started Peace Officers Memorial Day. They chose May 15 because it was the anniversary of the death of two law enforcement officers, Robert P. Young and George H. Thompson, who were killed in the line of duty in 1959.
This day falls in the National Police Week, which was established by Congress' joint resolution in 1962. Take a look at this timeline.
One tradition of Peace Officers Memorial Day is the law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty are honored by having their names added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Another tradition is that law enforcement agencies fly their flags at half-staff on May 15, which was an amendment made through Public Law.
Police officers play a vital role in our society, and they deserve our respect and admiration. We must continue to work together and make our communities safer for everyone. Also, thousands of survivors, friends, family, and police officers gather on the United States Capitol's lawn to honor fallen heroes.
There are many ways to observe Peace Officers Memorial Day. A few examples include attending a memorial service, flying the United States flag at half-staff, wearing a memorial pin, and visiting the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C. To show solidarity and respect, you can host the U. S. flag at home, as the flags in the White House.
Peace officers may celebrate Memorial Day in a variety of ways. Some law enforcement agencies fly their flags at half-staff on May 15, while others add the names of fallen officers to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial.
Peace Officers Memorial Day was first observed on May 15, 1962.
You can attend a candlelight vigil, national police survivors, blue mass, memorial service, and wreath-laying ceremony with your family members.
There are many benefits to celebrating Peace Officers' Memorial Day. Some of these benefits include remembering law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty, honoring their service, and promoting community safety. Additionally, commemorating this day can help increase public awareness of law enforcement's vital role in our society
The U.S. government has issued a proclamation recognizing Peace Officers Memorial Day. In this proclamation, the President asks all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Some events that are similar to Peace Officers Memorial Day are National first responders day, Memorial Day, and National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| May 15, 2020 | Friday |
| May 15, 2021 | Saturday |
| May 15, 2022 | Sunday |
| May 15, 2023 | Monday |
| May 15, 2024 | Wednesday |
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
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