Veterans Day is a US federal holiday observed annually on November 11th, honouring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It coincides with Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, commemorating the end of World War I. The Armistice with Germany came into effect on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, ending major hostilities. In 1954, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day.
Veterans Day differs from Memorial Day (last Monday of May) and Armed Forces Day (third Saturday of May). Veterans Day celebrates all US military veterans, while Memorial Day honours those who died in service. Armed Forces Day thanks currently serving military members.
To determine if today is Veterans Day, check the date. If it’s November 11th, it’s Veterans Day. If November 11th falls on a weekend, the observed holiday may shift to the nearest weekday. Federal law mandates observing Saturday holidays on the preceding Friday and Sunday holidays on the following Monday.
Checking a calendar or searching online for “Is Today Veterans Day?” provides a definitive answer. Reliable online sources offer up-to-date holiday information. If today is Veterans Day, remember to thank a veteran for their service.