What is National Centenarian's Day?
Many people who have celebrated 100 birthdays or more on September 22nd are honoured on National Centenary's Day.
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Initially, the day encouraged people to listen to the tales centenarians had to tell. A wealth of detail was available thanks to their rich history and wisdom. Centennials are commemorated in a variety of ways as the holiday spreads. Often, listening to their personal experiences shows the age-old's belief that with age comes wisdom.
According to recent reports, there are approximately 72,000 centenarians in the United States alone. The youngest of those were born after the war's conclusion and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. They represent a living past full of tales that were otherwise unhearded in history books. Their stories are both animated and complement what we already know. The events of the past are brought to life and magnify the events.
At the same time, their personal histories make something legendary for those who hear them. Traditions that people no longer use or turn of phrase have been traced back to be revived and shared once more. Traditions that people no longer use or invented have arisen traipsing through their memories. Their eyes are reflected by their tumultuous and experiences long forgotten. Every story they tell and every remembrance they share is a success.
