Veterans Day

Stephen H Akin
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November 11 was recognized as a U.S. national holiday called Armistice Day in 1938

After World War II and the Korean War, at the urging of veterans service organizations, the U.S. Congress amended the Act of 1938 to honor veterans of all American wars. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the legislation on June 1, 1954, officially changing the name to Veterans Day.

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VETERANS DAY

Veterans Day on November 11th honors military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. The federal holiday coincides with Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which marks World War I. These observances reflect the end of significant hostilities at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 when the Armistice with Germany took effect. Initially, the United States observed Armistice Day as well. However, it evolved into the current Veterans Day in 1954.

Since Veterans Day is a federally designated holiday, many businesses and schools close for the day. Additionally, employers may recognize their veteran employees through special events. Throughout the day, local, state, and federal organizations host Veterans Day ceremonies.

Non-essential federal government offices close on this holiday, including all United States Post Offices. As a result, postal workers make no deliveries. Additionally, all federal workers receive holiday pay on Veterans Day. However, those who are required to work sometimes receive holiday pay in addition to their wages.