US Veterans and Their Contributions

The video discusses the demographics and contributions of US veterans, highlighting their roles in wars, politics, and humanitarian efforts. It covers the significant presence of veterans in government, the military's involvement in disaster relief, and the historical impact of the USS Enterprise during World War II.

Approximately how many veterans are there in the United States?

• 50 million

• 21 million

• 10 million

• 30 million

What percentage of the total US population do veterans represent?

• 10.5%

• 15.5%

• 6.5%

• 3.5%

How many major wars have US veterans served in?

• 15

• 12

• 10

• 8

Which war produced four US presidents?

• Vietnam War

• Revolutionary War

• Civil War

• World War I

How many members of the current US Congress have military experience?

• 120

• 97

• 75

• 50

What fraction of Supreme Court justices have served in the military?

• Two-thirds

• One-half

• One-fourth

• One-third

How many astronauts in the US space program have served in the Armed Forces?

• 300

• 219

• 150

• 100

During which disaster did nearly 70,000 troops participate in relief efforts?

• 9/11 Attacks

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Katrina

• California Wildfires

What is the USS Enterprise known for?

• Leading the invasion of Normandy

• Its role in the Battle of Midway

• Being the first US aircraft carrier

• Transporting troops during World War I

What challenge is the USS Enterprise about to face?

• A decommissioning process

• An invasion at a place called

• A diplomatic mission

• A new technological upgrade