Poppy Patch

Remembrance Day (sometimes known as Poppy Day due to the remembrance poppy tradition) is a commemorative day observed in Commonwealth states. Remembrance Day has been described since the end of World War I to commemorate members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty. Following a tradition recognized by King George V in 1919, the day is also characterized by memories of war in many non-Commonwealth countries. In most countries, Remembrance Day is assigned on November 11 to commemorate the end of hostilities in the First World War. Hostilities have now ended "at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month" of 1918, in accordance with the armistice signed by the representatives of Germany and the Entente between 5:12 a.m. and 5:20 a.m. this morning- the. (“At the 11th hour” refers to the passing of the 11th hour, or 11:00 a.m.) World War I now ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919.

The Remembrance Day tradition originated on Armistice Day. The first day of the armistice was observed at Buckingham Palace, beginning with King George V hosting a "banquet in honor of the President of the French Republic" during the evening of November 10, 1919. Armistice official was then held on the grounds of Buckingham Palace the next morning. During World War II, many countries changed the name of the holiday. Member states of the Commonwealth of Nations adopted Remembrance Day, while the United States chose Veterans Day.

Made with the finest fabrics and yarn quality, this patch measures 2.5" tall and 2.5" wide. This patch comes with a velcro hook for easy carrying on any loop velcro.