The History Of Veterans Day
11/11/22
Origins and Evolution of Veterans Day
- Foreign effectively ended on November 11, 1918
- Armistice signed between Germany and the Allied Forces
- Treaty of Versailles signed at the Paris peace conference
- President Woodrow Wilson recognized the importance of the date
- November 11th became known as Armistice Day
- Took nearly 20 years for November 11th to become an official holiday
- Congress passed a bill in 1954 to recognize all veterans
- November 11th officially became Veterans Day
- Ceremony held at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11th
Significance of Veterans Day to Veterans
- Veterans Day holds personal meaning for many who have served
- Honors the sacrifices of veterans and their families
- Recognizes the role of families during deployments
- Veterans Day is a time to remember fallen comrades
- Accolades earned by veterans also belong to their families
Presidential Speeches on Veterans Day
- It is customary for the president to deliver a speech on Veterans Day
- Ronald Reagan gave a memorable tribute in 1985
- Reagan spoke about the special sadness of a service member's death
- Acknowledged that we can never fully repay the sacrifices of veterans
- Presidential speeches commemorate the sacrifices of troops and their families
Continued Relevance of Veterans Day
- Veterans Day continues to be recognized by all Americans
- Day to honor the service and sacrifices of veterans
- Reminds us of the ongoing impact of war on individuals and families
- Veterans Day serves as a reminder to support and care for veterans
- Acknowledges the enduring legacy of veterans' contributions to the nation