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To Protect a Sleeping Mind
You will need the following items for this spell:
Voice
Sleep is the time of dreams and visits. The following incantation repeated aloud at one’s bedtime will aid in the discouraging of unwanted visitors in the dreaming mind.
Before retiring for the night, repeat the following incantation aloud:
”Spirits of the night, I beseech thee,
Find favor with mine call and plea,
Draw close and circle round
Mine mind I clear and lend to sleep.
That sleep will use to rest the weary world
Let not the world and those unfavorable things within it
Visit upon mine mind unheralded
Uninvited visitors be sent away
Turned back
Turned back to the dark depths
Turned back to the sender whose name is never spoken
That thus he may gain strength
Gain strength and threaten those unable
Unable or unknowing
Unknowing or innocent
Innocents in the world
Sleeping as I sleep
Spirits of the night, I beseech thee,
Find favor with mine call and plea
Find favor and protect mine mind
Find favor and protect the innocents”.
This is best repeated nightly so as to protect ones mind and allow peaceful sleep and promote quiet dreams.
Ancient Civilizations Timeline: 16 Oldest Known Cultures From Around The World
Jana Louise Smit | Ancient Civilizations | December 15, 2019
I used to believe my great-grandmother was the first person on earth. She was so old, she HAD to be. Those deep lines carved around her eyes and mouth were a dead giveaway.
Turns out I was wrong. Unbelievably wrong. People have graced the vast grassy plains of this planet since long before even Nana’s great grandparents were alive (and there’s even a tortoise that’s older than her!).
Who knew? Well, I do now, and you can as well.
Here’s a complete ancient civilizations timeline — their names, dates, locations, and some bizarre bits of trivia about them — starting with one that was still flourishing only 600 years ago, and concluding with one still powering forward today.
Table of Contents
- 16. The Incan Civilization
- 15. The Aztec Civilization
- 14. The Roman Civilization
- 13. The Persian Civilization
- 12. The Ancient Greek Civilization
- 11. The Chinese Civilization
- 10. The Mayan Civilization
- 9. The Ancient Egyptian Civilization
- 8. The Norte Chico Civilization
- 7. The Danubian Culture, or Linearbandkeramik Culture
- 6. The Mesopotamian Civilization
- 5. The Indus Valley Civilization
- 4. The Jiahu Culture
- 3. ‘Ain Ghazal
- 2. The Çatalhöyük Settlement
- 1. Australian Aboriginals
- Other Notable Civilizations
Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence Digest for Saturday
From mycrystalaura.com.au
Saturn’s day
Planet: Saturn.
Colours: Maroon, Dark Shades and Black.
Metals: Lead and Pewter.
Crystals: Obsidian, Jet, Coral, Hematite, Serpentine, Salt.



From GypsyWolf
French: samedi
Italian: sabato
Spanish: el sábádo
Anglo-Saxon: sater daeg
German: Samstag
Dutch: zaterdag
Sweden: Lördag
Denmark & Norway: Lørdag (“washing day”)Rules: Karma, property, inheritance, agriculture, protection, purification, longevity, exorcisms, vision, endings (especially with the home).
Colors: Maroon, Dark Shades, Black
Planet: Saturn
Metal: Lead, associated with the scythe of Saturn; Pewter
Stones: Alum, Apache Tear, Coal, Hematite, Jasper (brown), Jet, Obsidian, Onyx, Salt, Serpentine, Tourmaline (black)
Herbs: Amaranth, Bistort, Comfrey, Cypress, Mimosa, Pansy, Patchouli, Tamarask
Zodiac: Capricorn



From A Pagan Mess
Planet: Saturn
Element: Earth
Colors: Black, Purple
Keywords: Banishing, Protection, Control, Order, Boundaries, Self Discipline, Cleansing
Saturn brings a powerful, somewhat intimidating power to Saturdays. This is another great day for banishing and protection magic, as well as for setting strong boundaries. The energy of Saturn is very orderly and is great when structure is needed.



From Numerologist.com – Saturday’s Angel
Archangel Cassiel is the resonant Angel for Saturdays.
Known by many as the “angel of tears” he oversees the parts of life that we may perceive as limiting – karma, trials, tests and lessons, old age and reincarnation. He is also the guardian of land, property, houses and farming. It’s easy to see why he’s an archangel many would avoid, but if you lack stability in your life, and are willing to commit to long term goals by sacrificing immediate pleasures to get there, then he is your go-to angel.
He is serious and will help you deal with issues of a serious nature – death, missing persons, psychic attack and the eradication of illness, pests and disease. He is also here to assist us as we navigate boundaries and limitations, responsibility and authority, and our human mortality. He is the archangel to invoke when dealing with injustices and enslavement and in moments of deep fear.
Archangel Cassiel is often depicted as an old man or holding an hourglass.
Invoke his presence and he will come to your aid to help carry your burdens and share your woe. But he will also remind you of the necessity of hardship and the great learning that comes from the darkest hour.
Archangel Cassiel resonates with the colors of deep purple and black and with the planet Saturn.
November 20 Today in History
Today’s Important Historical Events
284 Roman soldier Diocletian proclaimed Emperor by the army
762 Bögü, Khan of the Uyghurs, conquers Lo-Yang, capital of the Chinese Empire
1695 Zumbi, the last King of the Quilombo dos Palmares in early Brazil and ex-slave, is executed and decapitated, his head displayed on a pike to dispel any legends of his immortality
1815 Second Treaty of Paris: France and her allies agree France will pay indemnities after Battle of Waterloo, ending the Napoleonic Wars
1986 World Health Organization announces first global effort to combat AIDS
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Today’s Historical Events
762 Bögü, Khan of the Uyghurs, conquers Lo-Yang, capital of the Chinese Empire
1168 Giovanni di Struma elected anti-Pope
1194 Palermo, Sicily, is conquered by Emperor Henry VI
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Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV
1852 Charles Reade and Tom Taylor’s historical comedy play “Masks & Faces” premieres in London
1954 KTRK TV channel 13 in Houston, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting
1959 WABC fires Alan Freed over payola scandal
1961 WPLG TV channel 10 in Miami, FL (ABC) begins broadcasting
1965 WCNY TV channel 24 in Syracuse, NY (PBS) begins broadcasting
Today’s Historical Music Events
1889 Gustav Mahler’s 1st Symphony premieres in Budapest and is not well received
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Today’s Historical Events in Sports
1866 French inventor Pierre Lallement patents rotary crank bicycle
These are signs and ways for you to know when and how to cleanse Tarot cards:
- You buy a new deck;
- You receive a used deck;
- You have put a lot of effort into a particularly difficult spread;
- Others have contacted your deck;
- Your deck has not been used or stored for a long time;
- You or your deck was covered in a bad or gloomy atmosphere;
- Your reading gradually becomes blurred, difficult, disconnected or unclear;
- Your Tarot cards are dropped or related to certain incidents;
- You want to reconnect to a deck which is in a “hibernation” state.
Cleansing the deck is just as important as cleaning up the other items you use in life. If electrical equipment gets dirty through repeated use, they will be at risk of being damaged and will no longer work stably. Only when they are cleaned, they will be effective again. Other “tools” in our lives, including Tarot, are not out of the matter.
The purification of the Tarot deck is important for maintaining a clean source of energy flowing in your cards as well as in your interpretation. You want to make sure that the emotional source of you and your querents can flow seamlessly throughout each card to produce the best reading results and answers. On top of that, the cards cannot lead our lives if they get dirty.
You can choose one of the following methods to answer the question “how to cleanse Tarot cards”:
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- Seven ways to cleanse Tarot cards
- Three ways to keep a Tarot deck clean
- Three simple ways to protect your Tarot deck
From Tarotx.com Click here to read more about Seven ways to cleanse Tarot cards
Today We Explorer Tarot Card Number 3 in the Minor and Major Arcana
Today we are exploring the meaning of the number 3 card in the major arcana and each suit of the minor arcana in a tarot deck. If there is a “Menu of Contents” please scroll down to see if other tarot decks are listed besides the one pictured.
Major Arcana

The High Priestess – From the Rider Waite Tarot Deck Major Arcana
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- The detailed description of the High Priestess Tarot card
- Detailed meaning of the keywords of the High Priestess Tarot card
- Upright meaning of the High Priestess: Intuition, High Power, Mystery, Subconscious
- Meaning of the High Priestess reversed: hidden things, the need for inner listening
- More The High Priestess Cards from Famous Tarot Decks

Minor Arcana
From Tarotx.net – Click here for more information about 3 of Wands from Shadowscape Tarot Card Deck

Three of Wands from the Shadowscapes Tarot Minor Arcana
I. The meaning of the Three of Wands Shadowscapes Tarot
This is the bridge that reaches the edge of the world. The lower steps below tempt those who are curious and brave to go there and embark on a dangerous journey. It bent across the sky but then did not go much further. She stood on the borderline and hesitated, and wondered where she was going. The dazzling sunlight overhead made her squint, radiating beneath the shimmering bands of light that stretched along the river, reflecting on the hill in the distance below. Like a crystal with endless energy, slowly rising, it brought with itself the eternal light like all the potential she had, waiting for her from deep within, with every breath, every moment that contains the ability that either discourages or encourages us. Be aware of the hidden potential in all things.
She looked at the wands of the travelers who had first arrived. It could also be that from this position they turn away and leave, just like a threat to what happens to the next ones. She hesitated for a moment, did not look down, and then stepped into the indeterminate place. She felt the strong rocks and clay beneath her feet, then realized the bridge was gradually perfected from the steps and dreams of others. She took a breath and then began to take the first step – just like that, step by step, the bridge accordingly grew below her feet.
Through this, the message that Three of Wands wants to send you is to explore, search for new things, discover and expand to new horizons. Let’s broadcast your vision in all situations and clearly show your leadership.
Keywords related to the Three of Wands Shadowscapes Tarot: first reward, employment, professional development, competitiveness, competence, high standards, expertise, skilled, satisfaction at work, hard work, advancement, recognition, certification, progress, confidence, good start.
II.The Three of Wands Shadowscapes Tarot in a spread
The Three of Wands Shadowscapes Tarot is a card of…

From Tarotx.net – Click on hyperlink for more information about 3 of Vessels from the Wildwood Tarot Deck

Three of Vessels – From the Wildwood Tarot Deck Minor Arcana
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- I. The Description of Three of Vessels Wildwood Tarot
- II. The Meaning of Three of Vessels Wildwood Tarot
- III. The interpretation of Three of Vessels Wildwood Tarot
- IV. The guideline of Three of Vessels Wildwood Tarot
- V. Keywords and extensions of Three of Vessels Wildwood Tarot

From Tarotx.net – Click on hyperlink for more information about 3 of Swords from the Rider – Waite Tarot Deck

3 of Swards – From the Rider Waite Tarot Deck Minor Arcana
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- The detailed description of the Three of Swords
- Detailed meaning of the keywords of the Three of Swords
- A few opposite Tarot cards to the Three of Swords
- A few support Tarot cards for the Three of Swords
- Upright meaning of the Three of Swords: separation, sadness, suffering, rejection
- Meaning of the Three of Swords reversed: relieve pain, optimism, forgiveness

From Tarotx.net – Click on hyperlink for more information about 3 of Stones from the Wildwood Tarot Deck
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Printable Spell Page – Full Body Blessing

Printable Goddess Game for Children and Our Inner Child

November 16 Today in History
From On This Day in History November 16
Important Events
534 Second and final revision of the Codex Justinianus published
1532 Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro captures Inca Emperor Atahualpa after a surprise ambush at Cajamarca in the Peruvian Andes
1776 British troops capture Fort Washington during American Revolution
1945 Founding of UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Today’s Historical Events
Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV
Today’s Historical Events in Music
Today’s Historical Events in Sports
Introduction To The Deviant Moon Tarot Deck
Exploring Tarot Cards Number 2 in Major and Minor Arcana
From TArotX.net – For more information on The High Priest from Rider Waite and Other Tarot Decks

The High Priestess-From the Rider Waite Tarot Deck Major Arcana Number 2
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- The detailed description of the High Priestess Tarot card
- Detailed meaning of the keywords of the High Priestess Tarot card
- Upright meaning of the High Priestess: Intuition, High Power, Mystery, Subconscious
- Meaning of the High Priestess reversed: hidden things, the need for inner listening
- More The High Priestess Cards from Famous Tarot Decks
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From Tarotx.net – The Two of Wands from the Thoth Tarot Deck

Two of Wands – From the Thoth tarot deck Minor Arcana
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- I. Analyze and describe 2 of Wands Thoth Tarot
- II. Interpretation of 2 of Wands Thoth Tarot
- III. Similar correlations of 2 of Wands Thoth Tarot
- IV. 2 of Wands Thoth card in the upright and reverse
- V. 2 of Wands Thoth card in Celtic Cross spread
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From Tarotx.net – To read more about the Two of Cups from the Tarot De Marseille

2 De Coupe Tarot (2 of Cups) – From the Marseille Tarot Deck Minor Arcana
I. The upright meaning of 2 De Coupe Tarot
What we see in this card is a collection of passionate dreams. A thirst for love is born in a person who never knows what love is or after a long time of loneliness. We are being held in the Two of Cups; others have not yet appeared, and we must imagine other people like what we know about ourselves. The only relevant point for ordinary lovers has not yet formed in the virgin heart that is the family. This is the period where the whole legend of empathetic souls is born. Oedipal love (a desire for sexual involvement with the parent of the opposite sex and a concomitant sense of rivalry with the parent of the same sex) becomes the foundation for …
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From Tarotx.net – Wildwood Tarot Deck The Two of Swords from the Deviant Moon Tarot Deck

Two of Swords – From the Deviant Moon Tarot Deck Minor Arcana
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- I. The Description of Two of Swords Deviant Moon Tarot
- II. The general meaning of Two of Swords Deviant Moon Tarot
- III. The reversed meaning of Two of Swords Deviant Moon Tarot
- IV. The guideline of Two of Swords Deviant Moon Tarot
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From TarotX.net – Two of Pentacles from the Linestrider Tarot Deck

Two of Pentacles – From the Linestrider Tarot Deck Minor Arcana
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Weekly HoroscopeSunday, November 14 to Saturday, November 20, 2021
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All Signs
Yikes! The energy this week will be like tabloid headlines. “Secret KFC Recipe Revealed!” “Who Killed JFK?” Yes, it will old home week for conspiracy theorists. This is because deep, dark secrets will come to light this week. Not only will a “light” reveal unknown mysteries or classified information – it will also trigger revelations that prompt people to leave stagnant, oppressive relationships. Outmoded structures will be cast aside. People are waking up and they want change! Mid-week, tempers will flare. Friday’s Lunar Eclipse will be the last straw. (No plastic, please.) My only hope is this doesn’t include my family’s secret recipe for chili. After all – some things are sacrosanct.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
This could be a momentous week for you with money, earnings, cash flow and especially, your financial involvement with others, especially partners. A dispute about shared ownership might arise. Financial secrets regarding the ownership of something or debt might come out. A secret could involve an authority figure, especially a parent or an older family member. You might feel betrayed or denied important information. As the week goes on, this tough energy will build. (Wednesday could be particularly nasty.) By Friday, the Full Moon brings everything to a head. Things need to be resolved. You want the facts and you want the freedom to govern what you own wholly or in a shared way. Simple.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
When it comes to money, you practically manufacture the stuff in your backyard. This week, you can expect disputes with partners and close friends that might also involve a parent or an authority figure or even the government because it feels like the world is out to get you. This conflict could be triggered by the discovery of information of which you were unaware. (You were either ignorant or deceived.) By Wednesday, you will express your displeasure! After that, the only Full Moon in your sign all year will occur on Friday. Hopefully, it peaks — once again, peace will be in the land and the crops shall be fertile and milk and honey will flow.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Although this is a crunchy week for many, I think it will be lighter for you. (Fingers crossed.) Nevertheless, you might have anxiety or disputes about your health. In fact, health concerns could trigger arguments with someone? Or perhaps these arguments will be related to your job or your work? They could also be related to your involvement with your pet or pets because something will trigger conflict in these areas for you. This conflict might be exacerbated by rules and regulations or the law. Very likely, you will feel a buildup of these problems but hopefully, after the Full Moon on Friday, you will have a sense of resolution. In fact, these problems should diminish and perhaps, even disappear? (One can only hope.)
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Patience is the antidote to anger. It does not remove the cause of anger; but it will stop anger from doing more damage. Remember this if you find yourself in conflict with your kids, a romantic partner, or a colleague in sports, the entertainment world or working with youth. You might argue with someone about fundraising or how to use a specific amount of money or a mandate. By Wednesday, you might be full battle. This could get even worse by the Full Noon on Friday! The good news is that fair Venus is opposite your sign and this will assuage difficulties with others. Plus, you’re a sensitive, caring person.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
This might be a challenging week for you. (Yes, we’re talking Bad Day at Black Rock.) Your home and your family will be interrupted in a major way. Family conflicts might be the result. You might also be at odds with your partner. People are very independent, and in the midst of all this, hidden secrets might come out! A family member might rebel against any kind of authority in the family. This could be very touchy on Wednesday; and by the Full Moon on Friday, the tension is palpable. Fortunately, following this, everything might quickly subside. Yay! Things fall into place and there’s even seconds on dessert. (Fingers crossed!)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Please note that there’s a lot of wild energy flying around this week. It could promote an accident-prone situation for your sign. Obviously, nothing has to happen. It’s just a potential – a possibility. Be aware that you might suddenly be arguing with relatives, daily contacts or neighbours, especially about controversial issues in our society. This could impact your job and even your health. Quite likely, you are worked up about something and feeling intellectually aggressive. Is this wise? Anger only clouds your thinking. Wednesday might be a day of confrontation. Frankly, things will not let up until after the Full Moon on Friday. Don’t try to win an argument. Don’t try to be right. Just relax.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
We are all dealing with confrontational issues this week, and for you, it could relate to money, possessions and your kids. You might quarrel about cash flow, earnings or who is responsible for what. Perhaps your values are different from those of someone else? (It’s particularly challenging when you encounter this in your kids.) Keep an open mind to hear the other person’s point of view because this is helpful. Also keep in mind that we are all receiving different inputs of information from different media sources. Contradictory information simply promotes confrontations. Practice patience on Wednesday, and wait until the Full Moon is over on Friday for things to settle down. You’ve got this.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
There’s no question that this is a challenging week. The tough aspects that are taking place involve the Sun, Mercury and fiery Mars — all in your sign. They are sitting at odds with Uranus and stern Saturn. As if that weren’t enough, at the end of the week, the only Full Moon opposite your sign all year will take place. What to do? Slow down! Take it easy. Minimize what you want to do. Be patient with everyone. Be kind to yourself. Have a coffee with Baileys. (Canned whipped cream is fine.) Sit this one out in a gentle, easy-going way for your own good. Quite literally, you need to wait for the storm to pass. Pamper yourself with good food and drink. Feet up. Fun TV.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Resist the urge to get involved with philosophical concepts that lead to confrontations with others this week because the odds are that this will happen. But will it be fun? No way. You like to get along with others. You love exploring ideas and enjoying lofty, profound discussions. But who needs confrontations and arguments? Avoid these, if possible, especially related to your work, your health or your pet. Don’t make a big deal about anything. Be as easy going and forgiving as you can because in the end – you will be the one who benefits. Who wants to have their belly in a rash? Not you! (“I want to get off eBay and get on an E-bike.”)
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You like to minimize collateral damage and keep up appearances because life runs more smoothly that way. You’re right. Very smart. You know that appearances are everything. Therefore, consider this week an opportunity for you to demonstrate grace under pressure, because there’s a strong likelihood that you will find yourself at odds with a friend, or perhaps your kids, or you might be at odds with a group. Things could get nasty. By Wednesday, people might be at each other’s throats! Not good. Financial responsibilities might be in the picture as well. All this will come to a head and hopefully, become resolved after the Full Moon on Friday. (Would that it were that simple – and it just might be.)
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This week will have some challenges. Quite likely, you will find yourself at odds with an authority figure – boss, parent, even the police. For starters, deep, dark secrets might be revealed either to others or just to you. If it’s just to you, it might be a profound revelation about something that you can no longer ignore. It’s as if long-hidden information has suddenly come to light! Things will be volatile on Wednesday. The slightest provocation might provoke an argument. And by Friday, the only Full Moon that occurs all year in your House of Home and Family will take place. Do what you can to keep the peace, but of course, you also have to maintain your integrity as a human being.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Be aware that this week is an accident-prone time for you. Of course, an accident doesn’t have to happen but it might happen if you’re angry, flustered or distracted. Therefore, pay attention to everything you say and do, especially when jogging, walking and driving. It’s important to guard against knee-jerk reactions where you suddenly blurt something out and then you can’t take it back. This could be regrettable. (It’s definitely something you want to avoid.) Think about what is best for everyone. Generally speaking, what’s good for the bee is good for the hive. Next year will be a much easier year for you because lucky Jupiter will be in your sign. This is reassuring.
A Thought for Today
Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Honored Guests today I leave you with this thought….

Norse Runes: Viking Runes, Norse Symbols & Much More to Know!
Archaeology played a big role in making the human race aware of the civilizations from the ancient era. It is now clear that those centuries-old civilizations (like Mayan, Egyptian, and Norse) used unique communicating language in the form of specific Norse runes and carved images on the cave walls.
All or most of these civilizations used these unique methods of communication for thousands of years. They created their own mythologies and holy scripts to promote their culture and rituals to the other parts of the world.
Among all those mythologies and holy scripts, Norse mythology is the one that brings along some exciting and thrilling stories. In fact, there exists a lot of evidence to prove their beliefs and facts in similar regard.
The warriors of this civilization, known as Norse Vikings, used to communicate via Norse Rune stones ( stones carved with random signs and artwork). The Viking runes were their way of expressing feelings, specific events and also the war signs. If you are interested in this aspect of history, then read ahead to gain all the essential information about the Viking runes.
The Viking Runes…
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Simple Wish Spell

May the Goddess and God
of light and love,
grant me my wish
and quite my heart.
I place my desire in your hands,
For you to do as you will
and I deserve.
So mote it be
Children’s Night Time Chant

The Importance of November 11 Around the Globe
Please take a minute out of your busy day or evening at 11:11 AM or PM local time to remember those that gave their lives for their countries and for the family and friends left behind. If you meet a military person anywhere today or if you know a family who’s love one is serving, please take a few minutes to chat with them to thank them for their or their loves one’s service to whatever country you live in. But UNLESS you were in the military do not salute the military personnel as that is a right that only those who serve have the right and privilege to do to each other. If possible, make a small donation to whatever type of organization you have in your country to help them help those who are still servings and families of past and present military personnel. Thank you! The following articles help to try to explain why this day is so important in so many countries surrounding the globe. Much of it of information explains how WWI ended on this day.
United Kingdom and Some of Its Commonwealth’s Remembrance Day
WHEN IS REMEMBRANCE DAY 2021?
Remembrance Day, also known as Poppy Day due to the symbol of the remembrance poppy, is a day observed in Commonwealth member states. Countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom observe Remembrance Day on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.
HISTORY OF REMEMBRANCE DAY
At 11 A.M. on November 11, 1918, the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. The allied armies had driven the Germans back, having inflicted heavy defeats upon them over the preceding four months. In November, the Germans called for an armistice, or suspension of…
Click here to read more about Remembrance Day from NationalToday.com

United States of America Veterans Day
WHEN IS VETERANS DAY 2021?
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11. It’s a holiday honoring men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces, on the anniversary of the end of World War I.
HISTORY OF VETERANS DAY
Click here to read more about the USA Veterns Day from NationalToday.com

Today in History – November 11
Veterans Day
The Allied powers signed a ceasefire agreement with Germany at Compiégne, France, at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918, bringing the war now known as World War I to a close.
President Wilson proclaimed the first Armistice Day the following year on November 11, 1919, with these words:“To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…” Originally, the celebration included parades and public meetings following a two-minute suspension of business at 11:00 a.m.
Between the world wars, November 11 was commemorated as Armistice Day in the United States, Great Britain, and France. After World War II, the holiday was recognized as a day of tribute to veterans of both wars. Beginning in 1954, the United States designated November 11 as Veterans Day to honor veterans of all U.S. wars. British Commonwealth countries now call the holiday Remembrance Day.
In an interview with the Federal Writers’ Project, World War I veteran Andrew Johnson remembered how his regiment…
Click here to read more about Armistice Day November 11 from The Library of Congress
National Education Day – India
India marks National Education Day on November 11 to memorialize the birthday of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Minister for Education in India. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad’s exemplary contributions to the field of education and institution building paved the way for the country’s modern system. Reputed as the main architect of education, he served as India’s first Vice President as well as the first education Minister from 1947 to 1958. Now, all educational institutions in the country mark the day with seminars, essay-writing, workshops and rallies with slogans on the importance of literacy and India’s commitment to education.
HISTORY OF NATIONAL EDUCATION DAY
In September of 2008, India’s Ministry of Human Resource Development declared the birthday of ‘the great son of India’ — Maulana Abul Kalam Azad — to be nationally recognized as Education Day. The day is also seen as an occasion to remember Abul Kalam’s contribution in laying the foundations of the education system …
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