Veterans
Branches of the Military
Symbols of Veterans Day
Veterans Day Traditions
Famous Veterans
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This special day honors people who served in the military.

Veterans Day

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This branch of the military works mostly on ships and seas.

Navy

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People often see this American symbol with red, white, and blue colors on Veterans Day.

American Flag

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Veterans Day is often confused with this holiday in May.

Memorial Day

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This famous veteran was a rock and roll singer sometimes called "The King"

Elvis

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Veterans Day is celebrated every year on this date.

November 11th
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This branch flies airplanes to keep us safe.

Air Force

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This bird, which is a symbol of the United States, is also a symbol of freedom.

Bald Eagle

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Which president made Veterans Day an official Holiday?

President Eisenhower

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This famous veteran became an actor, and is known for his deep and calm voice

Morgan Freeman
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Veterans Day honors people who served in this.

The military 

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This branch fights on land and protects our country.

Army

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Veterans might receive this special object for their service or bravery.

Medal

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When was Veterans Day made an official holiday?

1938

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This famous veteran ran for president in 2008 against Barack Obama

John McCain

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Someone who has served in the military is called this.

Veteran

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This group works at sea and on land and are sometimes called “The Few, The Proud.”

Marine Corps

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People wear this red flower on Veterans Day to honor those who served.

Poppy

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On Veterans Day, some people visit this special place in Washington, D.C., to honor fallen soldiers.

Arlington National Cemetary

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This famous veteran was the first man to walk on the moon

Neil Armstrong

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Veterans Day was first called this name after World War I.

Armistice Day

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This branch helps protect our coasts and helps in emergencies at sea.

Coast Guard 

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People might put these on veterans' graves to show respect.

Flags or Wreaths

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In many Veterans Day ceremonies, this song is played to honor those who have served and sacrificed for the country.

Taps

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This famous veteran was the first American woman to lead a military operation. She was also the leader of the Underground Railroad

Harriet Tubman

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