Every 4th of May, Dutch people commemorates all civilians and military forces of Holland who died in World War II. They let the flag hang half-staff. And at 8:00 p.m., two minutes of silence are observed throughout Holland. Public transport is stopped, as well as all other traffic.
I've made some photos while watching on TV the traditional ceremony at the National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam. The program was orgnanized by "Nationaal Comite 4 en 5 mei". It was attended by Queen Beatrix with Royal family, members of the cabinet, military leaders, social groups and people who gather around the monument to listen to speeches as well. They offered wreath and flowers... And at the end of the ceremony some people lay down flowers too.
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