Understanding the real meaning of 11/11.

2014-11-10T08:39:18-05:00

Yesterday morning I had the great opportunity to get out and talk with some people at an event and talk about not only my organization but I also got to talk about how civilians can better understand and support Veterans through their transition and after.

During the event, some one opened the event by talking about how Veterans Day came to be. To me, I feel a lot of people have forgotten what Veterans Day is really about. After years of being hit in the face with mattress sale commercials I feel that people have forgotten what the day is for. And it's not just for us to get free food either.

So two part question. First, what does Veterans Day mean in your point of view and second, what do you do to remind those around of you if its meaning?

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2014 8:44 AM

2014-11-10T08:44:32-05:00

SGT Ben Keen, I think it's a day to stop and remember all who have served in the military over the years (decades, and centuries).

I see it as something of a day of thanksgiving. If it weren't for our veterans, we would not be the country we have become. We would probably be speaking another language. We would most likely not be the greatest nation on earth.

I have read about the origins of Veterans Day, but I wanted to check it out again. Below is what the VA has to say about the history of Veterans Day, and here's an excellent quote from that article about the purpose of Veterans Day: "A celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good."

http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp

History of Veterans Day - Office of Public Affairs

The history of Veterans Day

Response by CPT Richard Riley made Nov 10 at 2014 9:23 AM

2014-11-10T09:23:59-05:00

I would also offer this in addition to what CW5 Private RallyPoint Member has added with the hope that education and knowledge stays factual.

http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/veterans-day-facts

Thank you for the topic SGT Ben Keen

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