How to Observe Veterans Day

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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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Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

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.
Step 2

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.
Step 3

Call someone you know who served in the armed forces, just to say thanks.
Step 4

Attend a Veterans Day parade in your community to show your support.
Step 5

Hang an American flag outside your home.

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 said

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on 11/11/2009 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.