Veterans Day

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What is the significance of November 11 in relation to Veterans Day?

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It signifies the end of WWI when at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the fighting ended.

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What was Veterans Day originally called?

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Armistice Day.

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How many US presidents have served in the military?

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31.

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What does the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier represent?

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It symbolizes the graves of all war soldiers who died yet were not found or identified.

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Who was the first unknown service member interred at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

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One unknown service member who died in World War 1.

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Who proposed the renaming of Armistice Day to Veterans Day?

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Dwight D. Eisenhower.

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What is the purpose of Veterans Day?

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To honor and recognize all military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

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When was Armistice Day first observed?

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November 11, 1919.

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What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

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Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the military, while Veterans Day honors all who have served.

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What is a common way to observe Veterans Day?

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Participating in parades, ceremonies, and community events to honor veterans.