President Barak Obama lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns as part of Veterans Day services at Arlington National Cemetery, Nov. 11, 2009. VA courtesy photoFrom National Geographic:
At Veterans Day celebrations and events around the country, the United States is honoring the men and women of the nation's armed forces.
So why is November 11 Veterans Day? Who is it for? And how has it changed?
In keeping with Veterans Day tradition, U.S. President Barack Obama today laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, saying, "While it is important and proper that we mark this day, it is far more important we spend all our days determined to keep the promises that we've made to all who answer this country's call."
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My Comment: I know that the day is almost over, but this is a neat summary of what exactly is Veteran's Day.
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