What is November 11 called in Australia, where it commemorates the end of World War I?

November 11 is called Remembrance Day in Australia, where it commemorates the end of World War I and honors military personnel who served and died. The observance is held annually on the anniversary of the 1918 armistice.

The armistice between the Allies and Germany came into force at the 11th hour of November 11, 1918. Australia initially observed Armistice Day, but the broader term Remembrance Day became the established name after World War II as the occasion came to honor Australians who served in later conflicts as well.

Australia’s best-known military remembrance day is Anzac Day, held on April 25 and associated with the 1915 landing at Gallipoli. Anzac Day and Remembrance Day are therefore separate observances. Remembrance Day ceremonies commonly include a minute of silence at 11 a.m., remembrance services, and the wearing of red poppies.