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"To us in America, the reflections of Armistice (Veteran's) Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nation." ~President Woodrow Wilson, November 1919 |
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The Purpose of Veteran's Day: -To celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. |
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There are currently 24.9 million military veteran's in the U.S.
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Sources: Veteran's Day - http://www.patriotism.org/veterans_day/ Last Updated: 4/12/2006 at 1:51p.m. |
