November 10: Atatürk Commemorated with Respect, Gratitude, and Loyalty
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Turkey commemorates Mustafa Kemal Atatürk with respect and gratitude on November 10. Atatürk passed away on November 10, 1938, at the Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul. For this reason, each year this date becomes an important day on which commemoration ceremonies are held across the country.
The most notable moment of the commemorations is the moment of silence held at 09:05. At this time, sirens sound throughout the country, and people remain silent for one minute to honor Atatürk. Traffic stops, and work in workplaces and schools is halted for a while. Many people stand wherever they are at this moment.
In the capital city of Ankara, Anıtkabir serves as the center of these ceremonies. State officials, soldiers, and citizens visit Atatürk's tomb to lay wreaths there. In addition, students in schools recite poems, deliver speeches, and receive information about Atatürk's life and the work carried out during the founding years of the Republic.
In conclusion, November 10 is not only a day of commemoration in Turkey but also an opportunity to remember the values of the Republic. On this day, citizens express their loyalty to the founder of the nation, while also emphasizing the importance of passing the heritage of the past on to future generations.
Sources: Fortune Turkey
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