Famous Veterans
This author of many children's books introduced you to Whoville and the Grinch.
Dr. Seuss
This is the oldest and largest branch, uses ground troops to protect the US, has the largest helicopter wing of all the services
Army
Veteran's Day was originally called what?
Armistice Day
Who is a fictional character created by the US government to encourage men to join the Army?
Uncle Sam
This song is often played at the beginning of sporting games.
Star Spangled Banner
He was the 35th President, until he was assassinated in 1963.
JFK
They are trained to fight by sea and land, supported by the navy, no medical workers
Marines
This president established Armistice Day.
Woodrow Wilson
What is the National bird of the USA?
Bald Eagle
What do the stars on the American flag represent?
The 50 states
He was the first African American major league baseball player.
Jackie Robinson
It defends our rights to use the oceans for travel and trade. Also uses aircraft carriers so they can have a runway at sea for their aircraft.
Navy
This president changed the name of the holiday from Armistice Day to Veterans Day.
President Eisenhower
What is presented to service members as a solemn distinction and means a service member has greatly sacrificed themselves, or paid the ultimate price, while in the line of duty?
The Purple Heart
What do the stripes on the American Flag represent?
The 13 Colonies.
He is famous for being the King of Rock and Roll.
Elvis Presley
It protects America in the air, space, and cyberspace; operates aircraft and helicopters, provides air support during ground missions
Air Force.
Which other 4 countries also commemorate veterans of World War I and World War II on or near November 11th?
Great Britain, France, Australia and Canada.
What is the highest military decoration in the United States, awarded to members of the US Armed Forces who demonstrate extraordinary valor and bravery?
The Medal of Honor
This holiday honors those who have died serving in the military during wartime.
Memorial Day
This actor is most widely known as "Walker, Texas Ranger"
Chuck Norris
It protects America’s coasts and waterways, deploys with the navy during wars, and deals with boat safety/ sea rescues/ by sea.
Coast Guard
She became the first woman to enlist in the armed forces.
Loretta Walsh.
What flower is a symbol of Veterans Day?
Poppy
The Star Spangled Banner was written about this "yearly" war.
The War of 1812.