What's the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
In the United States, Memorial Day's purpose is to honor military members who have died, while Veterans Day recognizes the service of all of America's veterans. Memorial Day is always observed on the last Monday in May, which, this year, falls on May 29, 2023. Veterans Day is always observed on Nov. 11.
Centenarians honored in Veterans Day event at WWII Memorial
Three World War II veterans were honored at a ceremony marking 20 years since the opening of the WWII Memorial.
Why the US celebrates Veterans Day and how the holiday has changed over time
President Joe Biden has laid a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery to mark Veterans Day. Thousands marched through the streets of New York on Monday to honor Americans who served in the U.S. military.
D-Day Memorial holds Veterans Day Observance
Hundreds gathered, on Monday, in order to give honor to our veterans at the D-Day Memorial, at their annual Veteran's Day Observance.
National D-Day Memorial Honors Veterans on Veterans Day with Annual Ceremony
The National D-Day Memorial marked Veterans Day with its annual observance ceremony, drawing hundreds of people to honor the men and women who have served and sacrificed for the country. The event was a moving tribute,
Photos: 2024 Veteran's Day ceremony at Memorial Park
Hundreds attend a Veteran's Day ceremony at Memorial Park in Omaha on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. Members of the Omaha Benson JROTC prepare for a Veteran's Day ceremony at Memorial Park in Omaha on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert speaks at the Veteran's Day ceremony at Memorial Park in Omaha on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024.
Veterans Day is More Than a Day: The Mission Continues Hosts National Month of Service Honoring Veterans Throughout November
The Mission Continues is proud to announce its expanded month-long Veterans Day celebration with a robust National Day of Service campaign throughout November. Veterans Month represents an opportunity for veterans and communities nationwide to serve side-by-side,
Heroes among us: Celebrating American bravery on Veterans Day
Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson helps you honor our heroes with these powerful podcasts, audiobooks and documentaries this Veterans Day.
Veterans Day parades honor the sacrifices of the region's many veterans
Nov. 12—welch — Thousands of people lined the region's streets Monday when Veterans Day parades — including the longest-running one in the nation — honored the sacrifices many made to defend their country and its freedoms.
Veterans Day: Honoring all who served
This Veterans Day, hundreds took part in honoring and recognizing those who have and also continue to serve our country.
VIDEO: Veterans Day ceremony held in Meriden
Meteorologist Melissa Cole tracked a warm and bright Veterans Day. Here's her Monday 7:20 a.m. forecast. A number of businesses offered deals to veterans on Veterans Day in honor of the services they provided to the country.
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On This Day, Nov. 13: Supreme Court rules against segregation on public transport
Nov. 13 (UPI) --On this date in history: In 1927, the Holland Tunnel was opened under the Hudson River, linking New York City ...
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SCDOT to close Woods Memorial Bridge this weekend
The Woods Memorial Bridge will be closed this coming weekend. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, the Beaufort bridge will close to vehicular traffic Sunday at 8 p.m. It will ...
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Veterans Day and the WWII memorial comes of age
Today, the National World War II Memorial will mark its 20th Veterans Day on the National Mall. A memorial once disparaged as a “shrine to sentiment” has become a Washington fixture with more ...
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The Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation Celebrated the Life of a Fallen Navy Warrior for Veteran’s Day
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - In honor of Veteran’s Day the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation held a burial at sea ...
Memorial honoring fallen Worcester firefighter unveiled
The Worcester Fire Department on Wednesday honored the bravery of Lt. Jason Menard, who gave his life to save others five ...
What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
For many, Veterans Day is an extra Monday off before the holiday season gets into full swing, but the day has significant ...
It's almost time to make Michigan camping reservations for Memorial Day 2025
Thanks to warm weather in Michigan this fall, the 2024 camping season may not be over yet for some campers. However, even if ...
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Armistice Day commemorations at war memorial
The Isle of Man’s capital has marked its 100th year of Armistice Day commemorations at the Douglas Cenotaph. A ceremony to ...