Armed Forces Day in Lebanon
Armed Forces Day in Lebanon is held on August 1. This event in the first decade of the month August is annual. Help us
Not only does the Lebanese Army enjoy the respect and love of the Lebanese people for its noble mission of serving and protecting the nation, but also for remaining the neutral, truly patriotic institution throughout Lebanon’s ordeals over the decades.
On August 1st, 1945, at 00:00 hours, the then-existing Lebanese Armed Forces was placed under the full authority of the National Government. Since then, August 1st is commemorated every year as the Lebanese Army Day.
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