Today we"re marking the International Day of Peace, first commemorated in 1981, when the United Nations dedicated the day to "strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of nonviolence and ceasefire." This year"s theme is "End racism, build peace." As the UN says, "Achieving true peace entails much more than laying down arms. It requires the building of societies where all members feel that they can flourish. It involves creating a world in which people are treated equally, regardless of their race."
International Day of Peace
Today in History
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A young bull moose in Denali National Park, Alaska
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Audubon Christmas Bird Count
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Sitka shines on Alaska Day
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A swim in the sky
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Last stop before leaving the solar system
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Monarch butterflies, Pismo Beach, California
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The Kelpies statues in Falkirk, Scotland
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Celebrating National Panda Day
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Happy Birthday, Eiffel Tower
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Mitsumata blossoms
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Protecting endangered giants
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Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy
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Keep your hands inside the ride at all times…
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75th anniversary of the Spruce Goose
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Bluespotted ribbontail ray
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Tulips, Netherlands
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International Literacy Day
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Ready, set, read
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Colorful cows of the reef
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Tower Bridge, London, England
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How lovely are your branches
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Victory Day in Valletta
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A Eurasian lynx in Siberia
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Happy Fathers Day!
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National Bison Day
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50 years of World Heritage Sites
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Honoring the fallen
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Easter
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Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
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Sundance Film Festival opens in Park City
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