Veterans Day

 

The armistice which ended World War I took place on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month — November 11, 1918. Commemorated as Armistice Day beginning in 1919, November 11 became a federal holiday in 1938. Following World War II, Armistice Day became Veterans Day, and is dedicated to the veterans of all wars.

Since World War II most wars have been described as military actions. As someone who lived through one such interaction I want to let you know there is no difference to the soldier on the ground what you call the event they are involved in where people are trying to kill them. We owe our Veterans from all era's a debt of gratitude every day of the year, but particularly this day.

Take some time today to thank a Veteran you know for their service in a personal way.

Oh and by the way, the next time your speaking to your congressional representative please remind them of the importance of honoring our promise to care for our Veterans when the return home, both physically and emotionally.