1. Originally Called Armistice Day
Marked the end of WWI on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.
2. Name Changed in 1954
President Eisenhower renamed it Veterans Day to honor all who served.
3. Honors All Who Served
Unlike Memorial Day, this day honors living and deceased veterans alike.
4. Moment of Silence
Many Americans pause at 11:00 a.m. to remember the WWI armistice.
5. A Global Tradition
Allies observe similar days: Remembrance Day (Canada, UK) and Armistice Day (France, Belgium).
6. Once Moved, Then Moved Back
In 1968 it shifted to October for a long weekend, but was restored to November 11 in 1975.
7. Arlington Ceremony
Each year, the President honors fallen heroes at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
8. No Apostrophe Needed
It’s Veterans Day, not Veteran’s or Veterans’. The day belongs to all veterans.
9. Over 18 Million Veterans
About 7% of U.S. adults have served in the armed forces.
10. A Day to Say “Thank You”
From parades to flags flying high, every act of gratitude counts.
