What is Veterans Day

Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It is celebrated on November 11th, the anniversary of the end of World War I.

The history of Veterans Day can be traced back to the end of World War I. On November 11, 1918, an armistice was signed between the Allies and Germany, which ended the war. The following year, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11th as Armistice Day to commemorate the end of the war.

In 1954, Congress passed a law changing the name of Armistice Day to Veterans Day. The new name was intended to honor all veterans who had served in the United States Armed Forces, not just those who had served in World War I.

Veterans Day is a day to remember and honor the service and sacrifice of all veterans. It is a day to reflect on the contributions that veterans have made to our country and to express our gratitude for their service.

There are many ways to celebrate Veterans Day. Some people choose to attend a parade or other event honoring veterans. Others choose to donate to a veterans' charity or spend time with a veteran. No matter how you choose to celebrate Veterans Day, taking the time to honor our veterans is a meaningful way to show our appreciation for their service.

Here are some ideas for how to honor veterans on Veterans Day:

• Attend a Veterans Day parade or event
• Visit a veterans' hospital or nursing home
• Volunteer at a veterans' organization
• Donate to a veterans' charity
• Simply say thank you to a veteran

No matter how you choose to celebrate, taking the time to honor our veterans is a meaningful way to show our appreciation for their service.