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National POW/MIA Recognition Day

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About National POW/MIA Recognition Day

National POW/MIA Recognition Day honors the commitment and sacrifices of former prisoners of war and those who remain missing in action. It is a solemn observance in the United States, typically marked by the flying of the POW/MIA flag and various military remembrance services. The day serves to ensure that the nation never forgets those who have served and have not yet returned home.

Pow-mia flag on flagpole against blue sky
Photo by Joe Halinar on UnsplashUpdated 11 Sep 2026

When is National POW/MIA Recognition Day in USA?

National POW/MIA Recognition Day dates from 2023 to 2031

  • 2023Friday, 15 SeptemberPast
  • 2024Friday, 20 SeptemberPast
  • 2025Friday, 19 SeptemberPast
  • 2026Friday, 18 SeptemberPast
  • 2027Friday, 17 September in 311 days
  • 2028Friday, 15 Septemberin 675 days
  • 2029Friday, 21 Septemberin 1046 days
  • 2030Friday, 20 Septemberin 1410 days
  • 2031Friday, 19 Septemberin 1774 days

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