Fallen Soldier Day
During your rise to power, and all through out your reign, there will be many wars and battles. People will die in these skirmishes. It is only inevitable. Depending on how you handle the situation, your people will either band together in loyalty, or in opposition. Since we do not want them opposing us, we have to some how make them think that the death of their loved ones was for some greater cause. Set aside a special day, for people to remember the fallen soldiers. Even include the fallen soldiers of the captured nations. Join the people together. Take time out from your busy schedule to mingle with the people. Give specially written speaches in honor of the soldiers. You really need to tug at the heart strings.
This special day will serve another purpose besides honoring dead soldiers. It will be another free day for your subjects to enjoy the new freedoms you have given them. A day to have a barbeque. Ride four wheelers. Go to the beach. Spend time with family and friends. Basically, put them into a mood so that they can forget their troubles. You will soon have them eating out of your hands. A happy people is a forgetful people. Use this day to your advantage!