Remembrance Day in Croatia ― Date, History, and Details

Remembrance Day in Croatia

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History of Remembrance Day in Croatia and How to Celebrate/ Observe It

In Croatia, Remembrance Day is observed on August 5th. This day commemorates the 1995 Croatian War of Independence. On this day, Croats remember the over 20,000 soldiers and civilians who lost their lives during the war. Many public events and ceremonies are held on Remembrance Day, including a moment of silence at 11am, when the war began.