Veterans Day

The first Veterans Day, then called Armistice Day, was on Nov. 11, 1919. Its purpose was to commemorate the signing of the temporary halt to hostilities between the Allied forces and Germany. This treaty effectively ended what was called at the time the Great War, or The War to End All Wars, or as we call it today, World War I. The treaty was signed on the 11th day of the 11th month at the 11th hour. After it became apparent wars were not a thing of the past, the name of the holiday was changed to Veterans Day to honor the sacrifices our service members have made all over the world.

VETERAN'S DAY TRIBUTE

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About Veterans Day

Veterans Day is always celebrated on November 11, no matter what day of the week it falls on. This preserves the historical significance of the first Veterans Day, then known as Armistice Day. Most government offices are closed on Veterans Day, and many communities hold parades in which veterans march and show their colors.

What is closed on Veterans Day?

*Most government offices, except those of health and safety workers, such as state police, prison guards, and child-protection workers, are closed on Veterans Day.
*Public schools and public libraries are closed.
*Post offices are closed and there is no home delivery on Veterans Day.
*Most banks and credit unions are closed on Veterans Day.

What special deals are there for veterans on Veterans Day?

Applebee's: Veterans and active duty service members eat free on November 11, 2010.

Brides Across America: Military brides-to-be can get a FREE wedding dress on Nov. 8-13, at SELECT locations across the country. The dresses are donated by designers and would normally cost $500 to $3,000.

Dollar General: 10% veteran discount on November 11 for veterans, active duty members and their families.

Golden Corral: Last year Golden Corral fed 335,000 people, and this year they will offer free meals on Monday, November 15, from 5-9pm. For veterans, active duty, army reserve, and national guard members.

Hooters: Hooters will offer a free meal from a special menu, at participating locations when a beverage is purchased.

Home Depot: Veterans get a 10% military discount all year, when they show their military ID at checkout.

Other businesses offering deals and freebies to vets include Hy-Vee, Knott's Berry Farm, Krispy Kreme donuts, Lowe's, McCormick & Schmick's, Sears, Sea World, Sam's Club, Red Roof, and Uno Chicago Grill.

National Parks: Everyone gets in free on Veterans Day, across America at 393 National Parks.

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