Why does the whole country observe a moment of silence at 10 o'clock?

Because this time is the best time for the sun to rise, the most stable time, so the whole country observes silence at ten o'clock. At the same time, 10:01 also symbolizes the National Day on October 1st, the founding of China. Be independent and self-reliant.

In this period when the sun is at its best, let us remember these fallen martyrs. It was they who exchanged their lives and blood for the good days of peace and prosperity for our country and the people today.

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On April 4, 2020, Qingming Festival, China, on behalf of the country at the highest level, expressed deep condolences to the martyrs and compatriots who sacrificed their lives in the COVID-19 epidemic.

In 2020, the new coronavirus pneumonia epidemic spread across the country. On April 3, the State Council announced that it would hold a national mourning meeting on April 4, 2020, to express deep condolences to the people of all ethnic groups across the country for the martyrs and compatriots who sacrificed their lives in the fight against the COVID-19 epidemic.

During this period, Chinese embassies and consulates abroad will fly flags at half-mast in mourning, and public entertainment activities will be suspended. Starting at 10 a.m. on April 4, people will observe three minutes of silence, and at the same time, horns and air raid sirens of cars, trains, and ships will sound.

The struggle to prevent and control the new coronavirus epidemic is another unprecedented test on the historical journey of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Through thick and thin, history will remember the country's respect for life, and this page of history will always be engraved in the hearts of the people.

In the days to come, becoming strong and brave, living a fulfilling and meaningful life is the deepest memory of the deceased; young people and old people together strengthen the backbone of the nation, and the more frustrated they become, the more Brave battles and endless hope have promoted the progress of the country. This is the most sincere consolation for the martyrs.

People’s first time! First time in life! To this end, we will work together as one, pool our wisdom, make unremitting efforts, and move forward courageously.