Poppies and cornflowers became symbols of November 11 thanks to women forgotten by history
- Posted on November 11, 2025
- By Le Monde
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Poppies and cornflowers became symbols of November 11 thanks to women forgotten by history
Every year on the anniversary of the 1918 Armistice, English-speaking countries traditionally wear a poppy, while the French don a cornflower. The origins of this custom, intended to raise funds for wounded war veterans, are rooted in a little-known history.
