How to Observe Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a legal U.S. holiday observed each year on November 11. It honors all veterans, living and dead, who fought in wars since World War I.
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Instructions
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Check the Veterans Day home page of the Department of Veterans Affairs (va.gov) to find out if you live near an official Veterans Day Regional Site.
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Call your local school principal to volunteer your time for Veterans Day activities. Since school is not in session on the holiday, a celebration will most likely be held a few days earlier.
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Call someone you know who served in the armed forces, just to say thanks.
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Attend a Veterans Day parade in your community to show your support.
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Hang an American flag outside your home.
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Tips & Warnings
If you live in or around Washington, D.C., visit one of the many memorials to U.S. soldiers who lost their lives in battle.
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kellibee
Nov 11, 2009
My husband is a Veteran, so is his son and his father. I thank them and all those who have served and are currently serving our country. -
chrissie
Nov 12, 2007
My father was a veteran. Happy Veteran's Day, Daddy. Rest in Peace.
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chrissie
Nov 12, 2007
My father was a veteran. Happy Veteran's Day, Daddy. Rest in Peace.
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Nov 22, 2005
Set a place at your table in memory of those who served in the armed forces in past wars.
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Nov 22, 2005
Set a place at your table in memory of those who served in the armed forces in past wars.
