National POW-MIA Recognition Day - United States

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19 Sep 2014

In the United States, National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed on the third Friday in September. It honors those who were prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action. This day was established by an Ac .. know more




When is National POW-MIA Recognition Day in United States in 2014?


Friday

19 Sep 2014

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What is National POW-MIA Recognition Day Holiday ?

In the United States, National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed on the third Friday in September. It honors those who were prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action. This day was established by an Act of Congress, by the passage of Section 1082 of the 1998 Defense Authorization Act. It is one of six days that the POW/MIA Flag can be flown.

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