When is Armed Forces Day?
Armed Forces Day in South Korea is an annual event usually celebrated on October 1st to commemorate the service of men and women in the Republic of Korea Armed Forces.
In 2017, the holiday was celebrated on September 28th rather than the usual date to avoid clashing with the lunar holiday of Chuseok. Similarly, in 2023 the military march was held ahead of the holiday.
What is the History of Armed Forces Day?
It is observed on the day when South Korean forces broke through the 38th parallel in 1950 during the Korean War.
Armed Forces Day was first celebrated in 1956 and later designated as a national holiday in 1976. However, it was scrapped from the list of public holidays in 1991 to boost economic growth.
It is a National Flag Raising Day to recognise and honour the Republic of Korea Armed Forces.
