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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Veterans_DayVeterans Day - Wikipedia

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   Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces.

2. www.britannica.com › topic › Veterans-DayVeterans Day | History, Meaning, & Facts | Britannica

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   Veterans Day, in the United States, national holiday (November 11) honouring veterans of the armed forces and those killed in the country’s wars. The observance originated in 1919 on the first anniversary of the 1918 armistice that ended World War I and was known as Armistice Day.

3. www.history.com › topics › holidaysVeterans Day 2024: Founding, Fact & Meaning | HISTORY

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   Oct 14, 2009 · Veterans Day is a U.S. legal holiday dedicated to American veterans of all wars, and Veterans Day 2024 will occur on Monday, November 11. In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th...

4. department.va.gov › veterans-day › history-of-veterans-dayHistory of Veterans Day - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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   Jun 10, 2024 · The restoration of the observance of Veterans Day to November 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date, but helps focus attention on the important purpose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

5. department.va.gov › veterans-day › facts-and-infoVeterans Day Facts and Information - U.S. Department of Veterans...

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   May 7, 2024 · Veterans Day is always observed officially on November 11, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. The Veterans Day National Ceremony, like most ceremonies around the nation, is held on Veterans Day itself.

6. department.va.gov › veterans-dayVeterans Day - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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   May 7, 2024 · The theme for Veterans Day 2024 is “A Legacy of Loyalty and Service.”. Veterans are proud of their military service in defending our Nation. Honor reflects the military value and tradition of answering the call to duty.

7. www.history.com › topics › holidaysVeterans Day Facts - Data, Populations & Background | HISTORY

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   Oct 14, 2009 · Veterans Day commemorates veterans of all wars. Great Britain, France, Australia and Canada also commemorate the veterans of World War I and World War II on or near November 11th: Canada...

8. www.nytimes.com › article › veterans-day-armistice-dayThe History of Veterans Day - The New York Times

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   Nov 8, 2023 · In 1953, Alvin J. King of Emporia, Kan., proposed changing the name of the holiday to Veterans Day, to recognize veterans from all wars and conflicts.

9. www.nationalgeographic.com › history › articleVeterans Day was originally called Armistice Day—here's how it...

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   Nov 10, 2021 · Parades, ceremonies, and a much-needed day off—Veterans Day, observed on November 11 each year, is one of the nation’s 12 Congressionally designated federal holidays. The holiday is distinct...

10. www.history.com › veterans-day-historyVeterans Day History | HISTORY Channel

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    Veterans Day by the Numbers Learn the facts and figures behind the many contributions of America's armed forces throughout the country's history.