A day late ….
November 11 is or by the time you read reading this was America’s Veteran Day. This day is the anniversary of the Armistice which was signed by the Allies and the Germans in 1918. The armistice ended World War I, after four years of conflict.
In 1938 Congress passed a bill declaring that each November 11 “shall be dedicated to the cause of world peace and …hereafter celebrated and known as Armistice Day.” The name was changed in 1953. President Eisenhower called for all citizens to observe the day by remembering the sacrifices of all those who fought. The President referred to the change of name to Veterans’ Day in honor of the servicemen of all America’s wars.
Whether we agree with War, we must remember that the soldiers are only doing their duty and we must always support and honor them in their mission. So if you see a Veteran or a current serviceman, take their hand and say Thanks.
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