Veterans Day is a public holiday that is devoted to honoring those who served in the United States military. It originated as a day to recollect the end of World War I and was professed a holiday in 1919 by President Woodrow Wilson. Initially recognized as Armistice Day, the holiday developed into Veterans Day in 1954. Most businesses take this day off, but especially federal workers.

Many people celebrate Veterans Day over the weekend, if it falls on a week day, so that people can enjoy time together in honoring our vets. Typically holding banquets, BBQ’s, picnics or outdoor gatherings; many people host parties at venues such as the park, garden, beach, or banquet halls. Often we will see patriotic decorations such as red, white, and blue balloons and arches that lead us to where the party is. Other decorations can include streamers, centerpieces, and cut outs of military novels.

Many who were apart of the military, and are present today, will host a banquet to honor or award the veterans for their service. Often Americans attend parades or fairs that are dedicated to honoring the troops. This is a good day to gather the family and enjoy some quality time together, eating hot dogs and burgers from food trucks and food carts, while educating the kids on how important our veterans are.