Honoring Veterans: Understanding the Importance and Funding Needs

Veterans Day, observed on November 11th, is a federal holiday in the United States that honors all veterans who have served in any wars. Originally known as Armistice Day, it was renamed to Veterans Day in 1954 to honor veterans of all American wars. Federal employees will observe the holiday on the previous day if it falls on a weekend, and many schools and companies also close in observance. Veterans Day is different from Memorial Day, which is observed in May and specifically honors those who have died while serving.