World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” – officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”
The Veterans Day National Ceremony is held each year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery. Today’s ceremony (11/11/11) starts at 11:00 a.m. with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces.
The Veterans Day National Committee also selects a number of regional sites for Veterans Day observances throughout the country. From decorated parades and ceremonies to military exhibits and tributes to distinguished veterans, today we honor our veterans. If you or your Caree are a Veteran, our hats off to you. Do something special today in recognition for a job well done. And, for everyone else: Thank a Vet today.
Thank you, Uncle Jerry Tylawski!
all my best,
Karen Cameron
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Source: www.VA.gov
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