The History Of Veterans Day

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