Veterans Day - In the Remembrance of Those Who Served!

It is a day to remember in the honor of those who martyr their life while serving in the US military. 11th November is renowned as “Veterans Day” by all the Americans in the memory of U.S. veterans. This federal holiday gives the US people an opportunity to recall the sacrifice and heroism of the United States Armed Forces.

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When is Veterans Day 2024 Celebration

Monday, 11th November 2024 (Public holiday, 11th November)
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What is Veterans Day?

The term ‘Veteran’ is referred to a person who has served in the military for a long time. Veteran day is celebrated on the 11th of November every year which was formerly known as ‘’Armistice Day” as well. American people take the day as an opportunity to pay them respect and be thankful to those brave people who served in the military.

Thanks for defending
our freedom.

When is Veterans Day Celebrated?

Firstly, this day was celebrated as ‘Armistice Day’ and this marked the end of World War I. When the day was famous as Armistice Day; it was recognized as the “11th hour, of the 11th day of the 11th month” in the year 1918. In the present time, it is still celebrated on the 11th of November yearly irrespective of the week or day. When Veterans Day falls on Saturday or Sunday, US government officials and businesses may consider it on both the official day including Monday.

Sometimes, Veterans Day gets confused with Armed Forces Day or Memorial Day by the people. This day is celebrated to pay tribute to all men and women who helped in the US armed forces. This day is known as a federal holiday as government offices, businesses and schools remain close on this day.

If Veterans Day falls on a Saturday

If Veterans Day falls on a Saturday, it will typically be observed on the preceding Friday (November 10th). This is done to ensure that Federal employees are able to observe the holiday. So, for the general public and most private businesses, Veterans Day would be observed on the Friday before the actual holiday, and for the Federal Government, it would be an official paid holiday.

History of Veterans Day

Initially, Veterans Day or formally known as Armistice Day was first recognized on 11th November 1919 by president Woodrow Wilson. It was declared after a year when World War I ended. The reason to celebrate Armistice Day was to honor the heroic soldiers for their bravery during the Great War.

In 1926, seven years later, Congress espoused a tenacity entreating that President Calvin Coolidge issue annual declarations on November 11 by making Armistice Day a government permitted holiday.

In 1945, Raymond Weeks, a World War II Veteran had the thought of expanding the Armistice Day and honoring all the Veterans rather than only the ones who died in World War I. He took the proposal to General Dwight Eisenhower who accepted it. After that, weeks organized the first-ever Veterans Day in 1945 in Alabama and continued to do so until he died in 1985. For this, he received Presidential Citizenship Medal from President Reagan. He was also named the ‘Father of Veterans Day ’given by Elizabeth Dole.

In 1954, the US representative Ed Rees from Emporia, Kansas proposed a bill to start the holiday to Congress. At that time, Eisenhower was the President and passed the bill into law on May 26th, 1954. It happed eight and a half years later after celebrating the first Veterans Day by Raymond Weeks.

After surviving both World War II and Korean War, the 83rd US Congress modified the 1938’s act by replacing the word ‘Armistice’ with ‘Veterans’ due to the longing of veterans’ service organizations. After the agreement of this legislation on 1st June 1954, November 11th officially became the day to honor US Veterans of all wars.

Firstly, Congressman Rees got the National Veterans Award created in 1954 to provide support in making Veterans Day a federal holiday. In 1971, Veterans Day was moved to the fourth Monday of October from November 11 because of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act. Then, it was again returned to its original date in 1978 because President Gerald R. Ford signed a law on September 20, 1975.

After that, there was passed the United States Senate Resolution 143 on August 4, 2001, which was considered the week from November 11 to November 17th, 2001, “National Veterans Awareness Week”.

Where is it Celebrated?

Veterans Day is celebrated around the world in different ways and with different names. This day is always meant to be to learn about the sacrifice of men and women who took part in the war for their country. Here are the countries that celebrate Veterans Day across the globe-

Country: USA
Celebrated As: Veterans Day
Date: 11th November

Country: France
Celebrated As: Armistice Day
Date: 11th November

Country: the UK and Commonwealth Nations
Celebrated As: Remembrance Day
Date: 11th November

Country: Australia and New Zealand
Celebrated As: ANZAC Day
Date: 25th April

How do People Celebrate Veterans Day?

Every country has its own way to celebrate Veterans Day. Some people celebrate it by volunteering at Veteran organizations while others do something special for Veterans such as arranging food for them. There are arranged some sponsored runs to help an organization like Homes for Troops which supports injured or homeless veterans by providing shelter to them.

Businesses specialize in raising the fund to help veterans and give them free products on this day to show gratitude to them. It can be anything, a cup of coffee, serving food, or tax return help depending upon the businessperson. Organizations also invite civilians to come and learn about the military experience of veterans to appreciate them.

Veterans Day Celebration

Veterans Day, this federal holiday is a great time for people to learn about the sacrifice of American soldiers while arranging relevant activities for the day. They all are intended to honor all the veterans by leading some events at home, at school, and in public.

At Home

In households, it is parents’ responsibility to involve their children in patriotic activities on Veterans Day. Parents can make a list of names and addresses of the Veterans who live nearby and can send them a thank you card made by their children.

At School:

Various elementary and high schools schedule different activities to make children aware of the ones who fought to protect the country. They try to make out the day educational by teaching about the brave soldiers and their stories, taking children to visit a veteran to know them closely, and others.

In Public

People can show up to the Parade and rallies held in the honor of veterans. Food, clothes, and other stuff can be donated to the organizations that help veterans. Else, people can go to the veterans to ask them if they want any kind of help.

Some Interesting Facts to Know About Veterans Day

Veterans Day was first called Armistice Day which was recognized on November 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I.
There were around 20.3 million living veterans in the USA in 2018.
There were approximately 9 million veterans who were above the age of 65.
About 1.6 million veterans are women.
Britain, France, Australia, and Canada also honor veterans of World War I and II on or near 11th November.
During the Korean War, 2 million veterans served.
In the Vietnam War, 7 million Veterans served.
If anytime November 11th falls on Sunday, the authorities move it to the following Monday or if it falls on Saturday, then they pre-pone it to the Friday before.

What We Do?

On Veterans Day honors people who have served in the armed forces during war or peace.

Veterans Day Traditions

On Veterans Day, several people and businesses offer special deals and offers.

Veterans Day Meals

Restaurants at different levels provide huge discounts or Veterans Day deals for veterans-turned-foodies such as free dinners, special breakfast, etc. It is the way of food chains to say thank you to veterans by offering veterans day free meals & discounts.

Veterans Day Gift Ideas

It is one of the best ways to say thank you to veterans by giving them military-themed gifts such as wooden US flags, bottle openers, customized pens, a t-shirt with a printed photo of their troop, or a thank you message with their name behind it.

Veterans Thank You

Many people show their thankfulness to veterans via thank you quotes. They choose Veterans Day quotes of appreciation to express how grateful they are to soldiers. People can convey to veterans whatever they feel through these Veterans Day quotes.

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Veterans Day Deals & Freebies

People are offered cheap flights and fares on Veterans Day; they can save big by getting flights, trains, or buses on this special day. All the service members and veterans are entitled to reduced airfare, free checked bags, and others.

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Veterans Day Thank You

To those who served with honor and bravery, we salute you. Your sacrifices and dedication echo in the freedoms we cherish daily.

“The brave men and women, who serve their country and as a result, live constantly with the war inside them, exist in a world of chaos. But the turmoil they experience isn’t who they are; the PTSD invades their minds and bodies.”

Robert Koger, Death’s Revenge

“People generally don’t suffer high rates of PTSD after natural disasters. Instead, people suffer from PTSD after moral atrocities. Soldiers who’ve endured the depraved world of combat experience their own symptoms. Trauma is an expulsive cataclysm of the soul.

The Moral Injury, New York Times. ― David Brooks

“When the power of LOVE is more important than the love of money, religion and power, and people realize that the most important things in this life are NOT things, the world will finally know peace.”

― Tanya Masse

Facts & Questions

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Why Veterans Day is so important?

The re-establishment of Veterans Day observance on 11th November doesn’t only hold the historical importance of this date but also keeps the main purpose in focus. It is considered a day to celebrate and honor all the veterans for their bravery, patriotism, and inclination to serve and protect the country.

Why Veterans Day is celebrated on 11th November?

The United States Congress approved a resolution by the president to document and honors the entire armistice on November 11th in 1926. Later in 1938, an act passed by Congress made Armistice Day a legal and federal holiday to pay tribute to World War I veterans.

What are the Ideas and Values to Adopt from Veterans Day?

The celebration of Veterans Day provides people a chance to remember the bravery and sacrifice of army people. It helps to keep themselves inspire and ready to contribute to the nation. It is a great way to connect with Veterans and say thanks to them. Children get to learn a lot about the nation and veteran people during the day.

What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?

Though, both days are observances to honor those who helped in the military. Memorial Day is in the remembrance of those martyrs who were killed during their service period but the Veterans Day pays respect to all those soldiers who have served in the army.

Who We Must Thank on Veterans Day?

People who die during service should be remembered and the ones who survived or still serving in the military deserve all the respect and honor from the people. A little appreciation or gratitude can fill great energy within them and they will feel more proud about what they have done or what they are doing.