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Posted on Dec 26, 2021
Boxing Day, explained
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"Boxing Day, which always falls on December 26, is observed as an official public holiday in the UK and many European countries, as well as in former British colonies such as Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, among others."
Boxing Day, explained
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They also have a tradition of the lowest ranking person in the unit becomes commander for a day. I never got around to it.
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Absolutely no fisticuffs involved!!
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