Veterans Day

What is veterans day?

Veterans day is celebrated to honor the end of World War 1 and to honor the veterans and victims of the war.

When is it?

Veterans day is celebrated on November 11.

What is the purpose?

The purpose is to honor those who were harmed in the war, either physically or emotionally.

Why is it important to show honor?

It is important because people fought to keep our ancestors safe and without them we may not be alive today.   

List several ways to show honor and respect on Veterans Day.

• Saying thank you
• Placing flowers/flags on the grave of a veteran
• Making a donation to the USO
• Wearing a yellow ribbon

An interesting fact about veterans day is that from 1971 to 1977 Veterans Day was celebrated on the fourth Monday of October.

Reflection:

I feel that celebrating Veterans Day is a great idea because people risked their lives and fought for our ancestors and without them we wouldn’t be alive today. People who fought in the war didn’t know they were going to make it out alive yet still went for our protection. It is great to celebrate it because many people died in the war or are family so it affects both. I feel that the people who were in the war were brave people and deserve to be remembered and celebrated. I think everyone should do something to help living veterans because they already struggled and shouldn’t have to be afraid that they can’t pay rent or afford food. All veterans should be honored and respected because they fought to keep us safe without worrying about their lives first. We should take time to honor the veterans because they have done so much for us and should get a thank you at the least. So that is why I think celebrating veterans day is a good idea.