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14 JANUARY 2017 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai children shoot bb guns modeled on the M16 assault rifle during Children's Day activities at the King's Guard, 2nd Cavalry Division base in Bangkok. Thailand National Children's Day is celebrated on the second Saturday in January. Known as "Wan Dek" in Thailand, Children’s Day is celebrated to give children the opportunity to have fun and to create awareness about their significant role towards the development of the country. Many government offices open to tours and military bases hold special children's day events. It was established as a holiday in 1955. PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
