When did Veterans Day become a holiday? Why do we celebrate it?
Veterans Day arrives Monday, Nov. 11. The origins of the federal holiday trace back to World War I when all sides declared a truce, marking the end of warfare at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, 1918. It was the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.
Celebrating Black veterans for their service on Veterans Day
Every year on Nov. 11, the United States observes Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who served in the military. Establ
Celebrate peace, not war, on Veterans Day
It is a shame that on Veterans Day, we spend so much time glorifying war and not working for peace. The best friend of the enlisted person is peace. — Craig B. Jones, Scripps Ranch
Local businesses celebrate Veterans Day by giving out free meals
Many local businesses here in the East offered their thanks by providing Veterans and active-duty personnel with free food. For those who don’t serve, it’s a chance to show our appreciation to the men and women who make immeasurable sacrifices for our nation’s safety and freedom.
Cape May Towns Celebrate Veterans Day
Local government leaders, law enforcement and community members gathered across the county on Monday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day, to remember and celebrate those who have served the United States in the armed forces.
Liberty School’s Veterans Day Celebration was a day of thanks
A standing-room-only crowd of Liberty School students, family members and alumni honored dozens of attending local veterans with a heartfelt, patriotic tribute last Friday, Nov. 8 at Liberty’s annual Veterans Day Celebration in the school’s multi-use room.
City of Callaway hosts annual Veterans Day Celebration
Callaway residents braved the wet and gloomy conditions early Monday morning to honor our nation’s veterans. Many active military personnel and veterans call Callaway home so having a large community gathering to celebrate all those who serve is very important to city officials.
Armistice Day commemorations at war memorial
The Isle of Man’s capital has marked its 100th year of Armistice Day commemorations at the Douglas Cenotaph. A ceremony to mark the anniversary of the end of World War One was held at the war memorial on Douglas Promenade,
Local veterans commemorated with Veterans Day ceremony
A crowd of around 40 gathered for a Veterans Day ceremony Monday morning at Veterans Park. Master of Ceremonies and Veterans Park Committee Co-Chair Tim Dibble said Veterans Day is for acknowledging and thanking veterans who have served and are still serving.
Southwick recognizes Veterans Day with ceremony at War Memorial
Residents gathered Monday morning at the town’s War Memorial to honor Veterans Day and to thank the men and woman who have served in the military to keep this country free with a parade and wreath-laying ceremony at the memorial.
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