Labour Day on May 1
May 1 s t is a public holiday in France, known as Labour Day. It is also a day of celebration for workers across the world. The date was chosen by the Second International, an organisation of socialist and labour parties, in 1889 to commemorate the Haymarket affair in Chicago. This event saw four workers killed by police during a protest for an eight-hour working day.
In France, May 1 s t is also known as International Workers’ Day or Fête du Travail. It is a day when people come together to celebrate the achievements of workers and to stand up for their rights. There are often rallies and marches on this day, as well as other events such as concerts and street parties.
Labour Day is an important date in the French calendar, and one that everyone should know about!
Feast of the Ascension, held 40 days after Easter, typically a Thursday in May
Forty days after Easter Sunday, Christians celebrate the Feast of the Ascension. This important holiday commemorates Jesus’ return to heaven after spending 40 days on earth following his resurrection. The Ascension is typically celebrated on a Thursday in May.
On this day, Christians remember that Jesus is both human and divine. He is our brother who died for our sins and was raised from the dead, but he is also Lord of all creation. His ascension into heaven reminds us that one day we too will be with him in paradise.
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In addition to celebrating the Ascension, many Christians also use this day to reflect on their own spiritual journey. What has God been doing in your life lately? How can you grow closer to him? Take some time today to reflect on these questions and ask God for guidance in your walk with him.
All Saints Day (La Toussaint) on November 1, when graves are adorned with wreaths or potted chrysanthemums
All Saints Day (La Toussaint) is a public holiday in France on November 1. It is also known as the Feast of All Saints and is observed by the Catholic Church and some Protestant denominations. All Saints Day commemorates all the saints, both known and unknown.
In France, All Saints Day is a time to visit cemeteries and adorn graves with wreaths or potted chrysanthemums. Many people also take this opportunity to pay respects to deceased relatives or friends who are buried in other parts of the country.
Armistice Day on November 11
Armistice Day is observed on November 11 to mark the end of World War I. It is a national holiday in France, and was also declared a national holiday in the United States in 1938. In France, the day is known as la Journee du Souvenir, or Remembrance Day.
On November 11, 1918, at 11am, an armistice between Germany and the Allies went into effect. The armistice signaled the end of hostilities between the two sides, and resulted in the withdrawal of German troops from occupied territory in France. The fighting had ceased six hours earlier at 5am.
In Paris, news of the armistice was met with jubilation and celebrations erupted throughout the city. Crowds gathered at Place de la Concorde and marched to the Arc de Triomphe to pay tribute to those who had died in battle. A moment of silence was observed at 8 p m that evening to honor those who had lost their lives.
In subsequent years, Armistice Day has been used to commemorate other major events such as the end of World War II and the start of peacekeeping operations in Bosnia . In recent years, however, Armistice Day has primarily come to be seen as a day for reflection on all wars and conflicts – past and present – which have claimed so many lives needlessly.