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Armistace Day in Paeroa


Today is our Armistace Day here NZ also known as Remembrance Day - this symbolizes our thanks for all the men and women who have fought in all wars but especially WW1. The coming of peace was on the 11th hour on the 11th day of 1918 and 2 minutes silence is normally observed in memory of the Kiwis who died while serving their country.

This particular mural in Paeroa depicts the branches of of the NZ military forces, a howitzer and a naval anti-aircraft Oerlikon Cannon.

Linking up with Mural Monday and Our World Tuesday.
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William Kendall said…
Beautifully done, and fitting.
11 November 2019 at 10:43
Fun60 said…
As I am sure you know it is also commemorated here today lest we forget. A timelt post.
11 November 2019 at 11:06
Bleubeard and Elizabeth said…
Extremely timely and well planned. This is a beautiful mural and so deserving of those who fought in all countries during that war and all who have served.
11 November 2019 at 17:20
Bertiebo said…
That's a wonderful painting. It's good to remember
11 November 2019 at 19:55
Iris Flavia said…
There is so much irony. You honor your men who fought for peace and Germany starts carnival on 11.11. 11:00 am.
Your way to live this day is much better.
11 November 2019 at 20:02
Sami said…
Lovely tribute to those who fought for our freedoms. Armistice Day is also being celebrated in Australia today.
11 November 2019 at 20:30
Jackie McGuinness said…
Remembrance Day here in Canada.
12 November 2019 at 01:54
Taken For Granted said…
Perfect mural for the day.
12 November 2019 at 04:49
Jim said…
Great mural.
12 November 2019 at 08:43
eileeninmd said…
Hello, it is a perfect mural for Remembrance Day! It is called Veterans Day here.
Enjoy your day, wishing your a great new week!
12 November 2019 at 08:43
Sallie (FullTime-Life) said…
Excellent post in honor of the day. It is now called Veterans Day here in the States, to honor from all Wars,but I also remember as a child that it was Armistice Day and the poppies that the VFW sold.
12 November 2019 at 08:58
Bill said…
An excellent mural for the day.
12 November 2019 at 11:20
Photo Cache said…
Here in the States it's called Veterans Day and I'm off, yay!


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12 November 2019 at 11:33
carol l mck said…
Wonderful mural and neat photo ~

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13 November 2019 at 11:41
PerthDailyPhoto said…
Lovely tribute and mural Amy 💙
14 November 2019 at 04:28
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