“The poem’s powerful imagery of sacrifice, remembrance, and duty helped to make poppy one of the most recognized symbols to honor soldiers who have died in combat,” said University of ...

A Canadian physician penned a poem that inspired the Memorial Day connection to the poppy. Then an American professor wrote her own poem and promoted the flower as a symbol of remembrance.

With help from Rosemary Ferguson, president of the Nutana Branch 362 of the Royal Canadian Legion, CBC News has compiled a list of five things you should know when wearing a poppy. Rosemary ...