As the year comes to a close and we are all in festive cheer, there is one holiday that has a combination of emotions that aren’t as cheery and bright. Veteran’s Day is to pay homage to our brothers and sisters that have served our country. Many have lost their lives and others that have returned have a long road of recovery ahead of them for many years to come. Let’s dive into the history of Veterans Day and how it has evolved into the holiday it is today.
Veterans Day is a well-established custom that honors the men and women who have served in the armed forces with courage and selflessness. Every year on November 11th, we observe this day with deep historical significance and as a somber reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans to defend the liberties and ideals that our country holds dear.
Veterans Day was created to honor the end of World War I on November 11, 1918, and was formerly known as Armistice Day. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, the armistice, or cessation of hostilities, came into force. After World War II and the Korean War, Armistice Day was declared a federal holiday in 1938 and again in 1954.
The sacrifice and selflessness these men and women have endured is endless to name a few is missing holidays with family, birthdays, and creature comforts that we all take for granted for while they are down range (on a tour). They have sacrificed so much mentally and physically, that we should give the merit they deserve and help if they are down.
If you know any soldier or veteran that needs help there is a Veteran’s hotline number to call: 1-844-693-5838.
Please honor these men and women as they have sacrificed their lives and their time, enduring mental anguish. Take the time to thank a Veteran.
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