On 11 November 1918 the Allies and Germany signed an armistice at Rethondes, France, for the cessation of hostilities on the Western Front, the end of the War to End All Wars. For decades Armistice Day was celebrated in the United States with parades and fireworks to rival even Independence Day. It was a day to celebrate the end of war. Then of course World War II came along. After WWII and the Korean War, Armistice Day was changed to Veterans Day to remember the veterans of all wars.
It's Veterans Day. Get up a little early, get your flag flying and take a minute to remember how lucky we are to live in this beautiful country. Take a minute to think about all those soldiers around the world, doing the job their government asked them to do because they believe in a system, a way of life. Regardless of your opinion of war or politics, find a vet and tell him or her thanks.
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WWI Vet
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WWII
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Korea
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Desert Storm
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Mogadishu
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