8legs: National alternative remembrance ceremony

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Remembrance: dreaming of a world without war | ICN

The piece recalls John Magee’s death in 1918 and questions whether Remembrance Sunday truly honors all victims of war.
The author argues that peaceful activists and conscientious objectors are often overlooked in commemorations.
Pax Christi and the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative are highlighted as paths toward nonviolence and peace education.
The article connects militarism to climate impact, noting militaries account for at least 5.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
It cites MAW and the idea that military spending could fund vital human needs if redirected.
The author invites readers to attend peace events like the National Alternative Remembrance Ceremony in London.
The article promotes nonviolent pathways and the role of international bodies in peacemaking.
The piece notes environmental and civil costs of war beyond combatant casualties.
The author emphasizes a paradigm shift toward justice through international law instead of warfare.
The article closes by urging a broader, inclusive remembrance that marks all victims and supports peace.

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