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Switzerland. Canton Ticino. Mendrisio. A young boy, dressed up as a roman legionary soldier, holds a spear in his hand. The teenager is getting ready for the historical and religious Good Friday processions. Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed during Holy Week on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, It is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday and Black Friday. © 2001 Didier Ruef