Veterans Day is a United States legal holiday celebrated on November 11 to honor American veterans of all wars. It was originally called Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. In 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day to honor veterans of all American wars. The holiday is observed with various ceremonies and activities, including parades and speeches. 1 2
References: [1] "Veterans Day." Encyclopædia Britannica, en.britannica.com/topic/Veterans-Day. [2] "Veterans Day History." Military.com, www.military.com/veterans-day.
