When is vj day celebrated in rhode island

And over much of that time, residents have debated the merits of marking the anniversary of the Japanese surrender in — Rhode Island is the only state in the nation to do so — as well as whether Victory Day is a good name for the holiday. But in a state with a large number of veterans and a protective sense of tradition, the idea of taking victory out of Victory Day meets stiff pushback.

Dan McKee, wrote The Journal in an email. Even Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza, who has waded into cultural battles before he has proposed reparations for Black and indigenous city residents steered clear of the Victory Day debate. Among sitting state officeholders, Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea goes the furthest toward supporting a holiday overhaul. In , the General Assembly gave the holiday its current place on the calendar, the second Monday in August each year.

Veteran groups and their supporters observe Victory Day on the second Monday of August each year. Events may include a commemorative ceremony for veterans. Many people believe that there is a need for such a day to remember the sacrifices that veterans made during World War II, including those who were taken as prisoners of war, were tortured, injured or killed.

However critics claim that the day itself is discriminatory due to its reference to Japan in light of modern times. Nonetheless there are people who hope to one day celebrate the holiday under a new name or educate young Americans more about the Japanese culture in modern society.

Rhode Island celebrates Victory Day as a state holiday but many communities within the US hold special events to honor the day. State and municipal offices are closed in Rhode Island on Victory Day. Most banks are closed although not all but federal offices are open as are many stores, including retail stores, liquor stores and supermarkets. Victory Day. Next Victory Day Monday, 8 August Other Celebrations May 08 Sat. Victory in Europe Day.

Mar 01 Mon. Casimir Pulaski Day. Jun 06 Sun. Mar 17 Wed. Evacuation Day. Feb 15 Mon. Presidents' Day.