Veterans Day 2023: Google Doodle pays homage to military veterans
Indian Navy veterans sentenced to death by a court in Qatar On June 1, 1954, November 11th was designated as Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honouring American veterans from all wars. Prior to this, it was known as Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I in 1918.
The fighting ceased following an armistice, a temporary halt to hostilities, which took effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, as stated on the official website of the US Department of Veterans Affairs. Also Read: Why US is facing a shortage of teachers? Army veterans called in for help On November 11, 1919, the first commemoration of Armistice Day took place in the US.
Meanwhile, during that period, President Wilson expressed, “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice 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 nations." Also Read: Veteran US Senator Dianne Feinstein passes away at 90 A notable custom involves a two-minute period of silence observed at 11:00 AM, symbolizing the precise moment when the armistice became effective. Numerous communities arrange parades, ceremonies, and events to pay tribute to veterans.
Schools frequently coordinate special programs, and businesses might extend discounts or promotions as a gesture of appreciation to veterans and active-duty military personnel. Also Read: ‘Blood is in your hands,’ US veteran says to Joe Biden’s face; watch video November 11 carries importance beyond the United States, resonating with nations
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