What was the original name for Veterans Day
Armistice Day
Name the four branches of the military
Army Navy Airforce Marines
How many stars are on the US flag?
50
What does it mean to be drafted?
To automatically serve in the US military.
Currently, there is no draft. The U.S. military is all volunteer.
Name the elite branch of the Army
Green Berets or Rangers
Why is Veterans Day on November 11th
Marking the end of WWI
The treaty of Versailles was signed on the 11th day of the 11th month at the 11:00
What is the purpose of the National Gaurd?
How many stripes are on the US flag?
13
Do young men in the US sign up for the draft?
Yes. All males who are US citizens are required to register for the selective service when they turn 18
Name the elite branch of the Navy
Navy Seals
They must be in the military for a minimum 180 days
What is the job of the Army Reserves?
To be called into active duty in case of a shortage of soldiers
What do the stripes represent?
The original 13 colonies
What is the name of this picture and what does it represent?
Rosie the Riveter.
She represents the women who worked in the labor jobs while the men went to war
What is the name of this monument?
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
It represents deceased soldiers who were unable to be identified