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Thursday, November 12, 2009.
Veterans Day is celebrated on November 11th each year. See 5 U.S.C. § 6103 (federal holidays).
What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day? The Department of Veterans Affairs provides this answer:
“Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military - in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served - not only those who died - have sacrificed and done their duty.”See Veterans Day Frequently Asked Questions. For more background on Veterans Day, see The Origins of Veterans Day (Department of Veterans Affairs); History of Veterans Day (Department of Veterans Affairs). Illustration: US Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Monument) Rosslyn, Virginia near Washington DC photographed by Christopher Hollis for Wdwic Pictures Dual-licensed under the GFDL and Creative Commons CC-BY 2.5
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