2026-02-24

Purple Poppy Day

Remembering the invaluable service, bravery, and sacrifices of animals in wartime.

Purple Poppy Day is commemorated on 24 February every year. It honours and remembers the animals that have served during wartime. Animals had many different roles during war time, pigeons carried important messages, dogs helped to find the wounded and donkeys carried the wounded to field stations.

Mascots also played an important role throughout times of conflict. They served as emblems for units, participated in parades and provided companionship for many soldiers and nurses who served during the First and Second World War.

https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/war-memorial/online-cenotaph/features/purple-poppy-day

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