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Veterans Day 2025: Honoring Those Who Served
December 15, 20246 min read
Pay tribute to all US military veterans on November 11th with ceremonies, parades, and ways to thank those who served.
Veterans Day: Honoring All Who Served
Veterans Day on November 11th honors all Americans who served in the military. Unlike Memorial Day, it celebrates living veterans and their service to the nation.
Veterans Day 2025
Historical Significance
November 11, 1918, marked the armistice ending World War I. The holiday was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 to honor all veterans, not just WWI soldiers.
Official Ceremonies
Arlington National Cemetery
The President lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in a solemn ceremony.
Local Observances
Ways to Honor Veterans
Veteran Appreciation
Many businesses offer:
Veterans Day vs. Memorial Day
11th Hour of the 11th Day
The traditional moment of silence at 11:00 AM commemorates the exact time the WWI armistice took effect.
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