Veteran's Day Flashcard

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What significant agreement was signed in 1918 that ended World War 1?

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Armistice

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On what date is Veteran's Day celebrated each year?

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November 11th.

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Approximately how many names are inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial?

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58,000

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In which city is the Vietnam Veterans Memorial located?

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Washington D.C.

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What are some common ways people show appreciation to Veterans?

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All of these.

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What is the purpose of Veteran's Day?

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

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What was the original name of Veteran's Day?

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Armistice Day.

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Which U.S. President signed the law that made Veteran's Day a national holiday?

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President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

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What year was Veteran's Day officially established as a national holiday?

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1954.

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What is the significance of the poppy flower in relation to Veterans?

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It symbolizes remembrance of those who died in war.