The original name and history of Veterans Day may surprise you
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Today, we recognize Veterans Day by remembering the sacrifices these men and women made on behalf of our citizens and people around the world. Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, first marked the one-year anniversary of the end of World War I, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, and sought to honor the veterans of the World War – the only world war to have occurred at that time. Armistice Day was declared a national holiday in 1938 to acknowledge world peace, and the
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Happy Veterans Day!!! 🇺🇸 🎥 Today in U.S. History 🇺🇸✨ 🎖️ November 11, 1938 — Congress made this day a legal federal holiday, known as Armistice Day. 📜 In 1954, it was renamed Veterans Day, honoring all U.S. military veterans, not just those who served in World War I. Today, we salute the men and women who’ve worn the uniform — past, present, and future. 🇺🇸💪🏽 #TodayInUSHistory #VeteransDay #HonorAndRespect #MilitaryHeroes #CloocheyFoundation #HistoryFact #USA | The Cloochey Foundation
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