Commonwealth Day

American

noun

a holiday observed in some countries of the Commonwealth of Nations, originally on May 24, the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, but now on varying dates.

Commonwealth Day British

noun

Former name: Empire Day. the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, May 24, celebrated (now on the second Monday in March) as a holiday in many parts of the Commonwealth

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Etymology

Origin of Commonwealth Day

First recorded in 1955–60

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Commonwealth Day

He said a fourth flagpole in County Hall's quadrangle could be used to mark events such as Armed Forces Day, Commonwealth Day and Armistice Day.

From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2025

Two days after becoming European indoor champion over 60m last month, he was part of an event in Wales to mark Commonwealth Day.

From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2025

The theme of this year's Commonwealth Day is Together We Thrive, which celebrates the "enduring spirit of the Commonwealth family".

From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2025

King Charles is to call for unity and building bridges in what he describes as "these uncertain times" of international tension, in a message to mark Commonwealth Day next week.

From BBC ● Mar. 8, 2025

Commonwealth Day is traditionally marked with a service at Westminster Abbey and this year the King and Queen will attend alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales.

From BBC ● Mar. 8, 2025

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