Author Archives: Rob Burroughs

Cinco De Mayo celebrates Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebia in 1862, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza. He died months after the battle from an illness, and a larger French force defeated the Mexican army at the Second Battle of Puebla and occupied Mexico City. However the United StatesContinue reading “Cinco De Mayo”

This is an informal commemorative day to celebrate the Star Wars media franchise. The date comes from the saying in the film “May the Force be with You”, which is turned into “May the Fourth be with You.” This has now turned into a day where new series or tv shows are released to doContinue reading “Star Wars Day”

Saint George’s Day is the feast day of Saint George, who is a patron saint of a number of countries, the main one being England. It is celebrated on 23rd April, the traditional date of the saint’s death in the Diocletianic Persecution. The date of religious observance can change when it is to close toContinue reading “St George’s Day”

Earth Day is an annual event to demonstrate support for environmental protection on 22nd April. It was first held in 1970, and now includes a wide range of events coordinated by EARTHDAY.ORG. This includes 1 billion people in more than 193 countries. There is a theme each year, this year’s is How Resources for theContinue reading “Earth Day”

Easter Sunday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his death on Good Friday. Church services are held to celebrate, and Easter Egg hunts are held for children to find Chocolate Eggs. Easter Bonnets are worn, and the Easter Bunny visits children.

Good Friday commemorates Jesus being crucified on a cross and his death. Church services are held to remember the sacrifice that Jesus made. Hot Cross buns are eaten in many countries.

This day commemorates the washing of the feet by Jesus and his last supper with his disciples before he was betrayed by one of them, Judas. Maundy comes from the Latin word mandatum or commandment, which comes from Jesus’ words “I give you a new commandment.” There is a Royal Maundy Service where the UKContinue reading “Maundy Thursday”

This is the Sunday before Easter Sunday which marks Jesus’ triumphal return into Jerusalem. Its name originates from the palm branches waved and laid down by the crowd to greet and honour him. It is the start of Holy week.