Anthony Tanaka Remembrance Day

The Anthony Tanaka Remembrance Day is a holiday in the United Empire of Earth (UEE) held annually on December 3rd, to remember the death of Anthony Tanaka. In 2757 Anthony Tanaka, a child laborer, was publicly executed by a member of the Advocacy for refusal to continue working. Footage of the the incident was used by members of the anti-Messer movement to encourage resistance against the cruelty of the Messer government.

In 2793, after the Anti-Messer Revolution, Imperator Erin Toi signed a declaration recognizing the anniversary of Anthony Tanaka's death as a holiday. Traditionally, observers light candles while observing a moment of silence.

While the holiday is still actively observed in the UEE, some are beginning to forget it's origins and the story of Tanaka. Others are using the holiday to push modern agendas.