History of Veterans Day
Veterans Day Facts
Other Facts
Interesting, But True!
Famous Veterans
100
This was known as the "Great War".
A. World War I
B. World War II
A. World War I
World War I, also known as the Great War, began in 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. His murder catapulted into a war across Europe that lasted until 1918.
100
True or False.
The correct spelling of Veteran's Day is with the apostrophe as shown.
False!
It is actually spelled without the apostrophe. Veterans Day
100
The name of the national cemetery where the president gives a speech and Veterans are honored.
A. Fort Mitchell National Cemetery
B. Arlington National Cemetery
B. Arlington National Cemetery
100
What's the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day honors those that died while serving in the military and Veterans Day honors ALL who have served whether they are alive or deceased.
100
An author of many children's books who introduced you to Whoville.
A. Dr. Seuss
B. Ronald Dahl
A. Dr. Seuss
His real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. He joined the WW2 effort. At first he drew posters for the Treasury Department and the war production board. He eventually joined the U.S army. He was put in command of the animation department of the 1st motion picture unit.
200
This agreement was signed on June 28, 1919 in France.
A. Treaty of Versailles
B. Treaty of Paris
B. Treaty of Versailles
The treaty forced Germany to surrender colonies in Africa, Asia and the Pacific; cede territory to other nations like France and Poland; reduce the size of its military; pay war reparations to the Allied countries; and accept guilt for the war
200
True or False.
Veterans Day was always celebrated on Mondays along with Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day and President's Day to create a three day weekend which would stimulate the economy.
True!
200
As of 2022, The number of Veterans over the age of 65 is ____.
A. Approximately 8 Million
B. Approximately 11 Million
A. Approximately 8 Million
200
The president who made Veterans Day an official holiday.
A. John F. Kennedy
B. Dwight Eisenhower
B. Dwight Eisenhower
Eisenhower signed a bill rededicating Nov. 11 as Veterans Day, encouraging Americans to commit themselves to the cause of peace and to honor America's veterans for their courage, honor, patriotism and sacrifice.
200
This Veteran was the first African American major league baseball player.
A. Jackie Robinson
B. Reggie Jackson
A. Jackie Robinson
Robinson was drafted into the Army in 1942, where he served in a segregated Army cavalry unit before he applied for Officer Candidate School. Though his application was delayed allegedly because of his race, he was eventually commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1943. He faced a court-martial for refusing to give up his seat and move to the back of a bus at Camp Hood, Texas, but was later cleared. Robinson would later be medically discharged for an ankle issue.
300
This is a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms.
A. Armistice
B. Treaty
A. Armistice
300
This important program gives Veterans greater access to health care in VA facilities and in the community.
A. G.I. Bill
B. Mission Act
B. Mission Act
300
What organization offers a variety of services to disabled Veterans and their families?
A. Veterans Organization (VFW)
B. Disabled American Veteran (DAV)
B. Disabled American Veterans (DAV).
DAV has more than 1.2 million members, this organization has tremendous reach and provides invaluable service to wounded Veterans. It provides its members (Veterans and their families) help with disability assistance, their VA pensions, job programs and more.
300
There were approximately _____ members of the United States military killed during World War II.
A. 300,000
B. 400,000
B. 400,000
300
This veteran was regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century.
A. Eric Clapton
B. Jimi Hendrix
B. Jimi Hendrix
Hendrix was allegedly busted by Seattle cops for riding around in stolen cars and given the choice of jail time or military service.
In 1961, Hendrix was assigned to the 101st Airborne at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. The World War II-era Screaming Eagles had been reactivated for the first time just a few years earlier. While with the 101st, Hendrix earned the Screaming Eagles patch after finishing paratrooper training, though he was later medically discharged following an ankle injury during a jump.
400
The armistice to end WWI was signed on the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. At this time during the day we stop to honor veterans on Veterans Day.
A. 11 o'clock
B. 3 o'clock
A. 11 o'clock
400
The branch of the military that celebrates their birthday and Veterans day with a 96-hour liberty period.
A. Marines
B. Navy
A. Marines
400
Name two states with the highest percentage of Veterans?
Alaska, Virginia, Montana, Wyoming, Hawaii, and Maine respectively.
400
What does the president or a high-ranking official lay at the gravesite for the Tomb of the unknown solider?A. Wreath
B. Flag
A. Wreath
400
This veteran is also an actor and is well known for his martial arts skills.
A. Chuck Norris
B. Jackie Chan
A. Chuck Norris
He served as an Air police officer in South Korea during his stint in the Air Force beginning in 1958, where he picked up some additional martial arts skills.
500
The president who officially changed the name of the holiday form Armistice day to Veterans day?
A. R. Reagan
B. D. Eisenhower
B. D. Eisenhower
500
When is National Veterans Awareness week celebrated?
A. November 1st-7th
B. Novemeber 11-17th
B. November 11-17th
The United States Senate Resolution 143, which was passed on August 4, 2001, designated the week of November 11 through November 17, 2001, as National Veterans Awareness Week.
500
The oldest military decoration in the world in present use. Given to those wounded or killed while serving.
A. Purple Heart
B. Medal of Honor
A. Purple Heart
500
The current percentage of U.S. Veterans who are women are___?
A. 3%
B. 10%
B. 10%
500
This Veteran played God in "Bruce Almighty."
A. Morgan Freeman
B. Jim Carrey
A. Morgan Freeman
The Oscar winner with the iconic voice, Morgan Freeman was intrigued by war films growing up, which inspired him to join the Air Force in 1955. He served as a radar technician, and, realizing that flying in the Air Force was not for him, left the military almost four years later.