veterans day

“This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.”

Elmer Davis

What is Veterans Day?

Veterans Day is an annual American holiday honoring military veterans. It is usually celebrated on November 11, because it is both a federal holiday and a state holiday in all 50 states.

Why do we celebrate Veterans Day?

We celebrate Veterans Day because we want to honor the veterans who have risked their lives for our country. It gives us a chance to thank them for their service!

How did Veterans Day come to be?

On November 11th, it was acknowledged as Armistice Day in 1919 by President Woodrow Wilson to honor the soldiers who fought in World War I. The name was eventually changed to Veterans Day on June 1, 1954 to honor all who have served.

Which is the correct spelling of Veterans Day?

A. Veterans DayB. Veteran’s DayC. Veterans’ Day

The answer is A. Veterans Day. Veterans Day doesn’t include an apostrophe, but does include an “s” at the end of “veterans.” This is due to that it isn’t a day that “belongs” to veterans; it is a day for honoring all veterans.

What are some names of Famous Veterans?

Senator John McCain—Vietnam WarPresident John F Kennedy—World War IIBaseball Player Ted Williams—Korean WarPresident Jimmy Carter— World War IIPresident Richard Nixon—World War IISinger Tony Bennett—World War IIActor Alex Guiness—World War II

Laurel Springs SchoolSome of our own teachers are veterans.

Is your teacher a veteran?

If so, thank him or her for their service.

How is Veterans Day celebrated?

Veterans Day is often celebrated by: Parades Memorials held at War memorial sites Speeches Ceremonies honoring local veterans Flowers placed on memorials and military graves

What are some ways I can honor veterans?

Personally thank a veteran for their service, by sending cards or letters to Veterans Affairs (VA) Facility in your hometown. Another idea is to log on to www.anysoldier.com to find out where to send your letter.

Volunteer in places that help our Veterans Fly a flag Visit a cemetery Visit a war memorial Attend a parade

Websites to Visit to find out more about Veterans Day:

http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veterans_Day http://www.infoplease.com/spot/veteransday1.html http://www.patriotism.org/veterans_day/ http://www.history.army.mil/faq/vetsday/vetshist.htm

We present the following slides to you in honor of our veterans.

Joseph Ambrose, an 86-year-old World War I veteran, attends the dedication day parade for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1982, holding the flag that covered the casket of his son, who had been killed in the Korean War.

Sacrifice

Compassion

Courage

Honor

O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

Thank a veteran today.

Sources http://www.floppingaces.net/wp-content/uploads/taunton-troops-leave-5__12253726

09_9686.jpg http://media.photobucket.com/image/veterans%20day%202009%20observed/ns-my

myspacelayouts/veterans-day.gif http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veterans_Day http://www.talkingproud.us/ImagesCulture/Compassion/SoldierSitChild.jpg http://media.photobucket.com/image/soldier%20compassion/mrscampbell61/

soldier_compassion.jpg http://assets.hulu.com/shows/key_art_duty_honor_country.jpg http://www.darkgovernment.com/images/soldiers-casket.jpg http://www.travelblog.org/Photos/652394.html http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.ww2incolor.com/d/1937-4/

troops-storming-normandy.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.ww2incolor.com/britain/troops-storming-normandy.jpg.html

http://www.moistcat.com/wpcontent/uploads/2009/05/arlingtoncemetery.jpg http://www.destination360.com/north-america/us/washington-dc/arlington-national-

cemetery