Remembrance Day Poppies: Why Some Wear Them and Others Don't πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

Discover the history behind the iconic poppy pin introduced in 1921 and explore the reasons why some choose to wear it while others don't, sparking ongoing debate.

Remembrance Day Poppies: Why Some Wear Them and Others Don't πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§
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165.1K views β€’ Nov 9, 2018
Remembrance Day Poppies: Why Some Wear Them and Others Don't πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

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Introduced in 1921 by the British Legion, the famous poppy pin is worn by some to remember the casualties of war.

Not wearing it has caused controversy on the football pitch for Stoke player James McClean.

Manchester United footballer Nemanja Matic is the latest player to decide against wearing one.

So why is this simple symbol so complicated?

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