Days Until Veterans Day
About Veterans Day
Veterans Day honors all military veterans who have served in the US Armed Forces
📚 Interesting Facts
Veterans Day honors all military veterans who have served in the US Armed Forces
Originally called Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I
WWI officially ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, 1918
Unlike Memorial Day, Veterans Day celebrates all veterans, both living and deceased
Many businesses offer free meals and discounts to veterans on this day
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
Observing a moment of silence at 11:00 AM
Attending Veterans Day parades and ceremonies
Visiting veterans' memorials and cemeteries
Thanking veterans for their service
Flying the American flag and wearing red poppies
📜 Historical Events on This Day
Armistice signed ending World War I
First Armistice Day observed
Renamed Veterans Day to honor all American veterans
Temporarily moved to fourth Monday in October
Returned to November 11th permanently
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