Veterans Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans.
This holiday started as a day to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in our country’s service and was originally called Armistice Day. It fell on Nov. 11 because that is the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. However, in 1954, the holiday was changed to “Veterans Day” in order to account for all veterans in all wars.
We celebrate and honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
And Ways to Honor Veterans on Veterans Day
It is important that we continue to share the significance of Veterans Day with younger generations. Try these ideas with your kids to help them understand why it’s important to honor our nation’s veterans.
Teach your children history of the holiday. Passing on the history of Veterans Day and ensuring that our children understand and remember the sacrifices that servicemen and women have made for our country is a meaningful way to honor our veterans. Read books, watch documentaries, complete Veterans Day Printables, and discuss Veterans Day with your children.
Visit veterans. Make cards and write thank-you notes to deliver to veterans at the VA hospital or nursing home. Visit with them. Thank them for their service and listen to their stories if they’d like to share them.
Display the American flag. The American flag should be displayed at half-mast for Veterans Day. Take time on Veterans Day to teach your children this and other American flag etiquette.
Watch a parade. If your city still holds a Veterans Day parade, you can honor veterans by taking your kids to see it. Being there clapping on the sidelines demonstrates to the men and women in the parade that we still remember and recognize their sacrifices.
Serve a veteran. Take time on Veterans Day to serve a vet. Rake leaves, mow his or her lawn, or deliver a meal or dessert.
Veterans Day is much more than simply a day when the banks and post offices are closed. Take some time to honor the men and women who have served our country and teach the next generation to do the same.
Article and photo by military.com/veterans-day
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