Veterans Day 2024
On November 11, 2024, the United States will observe Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honoring and celebrating the brave men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. This year, Veterans Day will be celebrated in the United States on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day and was first celebrated on November 11, 1919, to mark the end of World War I. In 1954, Congress passed a law changing the name to Veterans Day to honor all veterans, not just those who served in World War I.
Veterans Day is a day to show our appreciation for the sacrifices that veterans have made for our country. We can do this by attending a Veterans Day parade or ceremony, or by simply taking a moment to thank a veteran for his or her service.
Here are some tips for celebrating Veterans Day 2024:
- Attend a Veterans Day parade or ceremony
- Visit a veterans hospital or nursing home
- Thank a veteran for his or her service
- Fly the American flag
- Learn about the history of Veterans Day
- Donate to a veterans organization
No matter how you choose to celebrate, please take a moment on November 11, 2024, to thank a veteran for his or her service. Veterans have made our country what it is today, and we owe them our deepest gratitude.