Veterans
Branches of the Military
Symbols of Veterans Day
Veterans Day Vocabulary
100
This special day honors people who served in the military.
Veterans Day
100
This branch of the military works mostly on ships and seas.
Navy
100
People often see this American symbol with red, white, and blue colors on Veterans Day.
American Flag 
100
Veterans Day is often confused with this holiday in May.
Memorial Day
200
Veterans Day is celebrated every year on this date.
November 11th
200
This branch flies airplanes to keep us safe.
Air Force
200
This bird is a symbol of peace.
Dove
200
Which word does this picture show? 
Casualty
300
Veterans Day honors people who served in this.
The military
300
This branch fights on land and wears camouflage uniforms that allow them to blend in with their surroundings.
Army
300
Veterans might receive this special object for their service or bravery.
Medal
300
This is a picture of a casualty. True? or False?
False. This is a picture of deployment.
400
Someone who has served in the military is called this.
Veteran
400
This group works at sea and on land and are sometimes called “The Few, The Proud.”
Marine Corps
400
People wear this red flower on Veterans Day to honor those who served.
Poppy
400
On Veterans Day, some people visit this special place in Virginia, to honor fallen soldiers.
Arlington National Cemetery
500
Veterans Day was first called this name after World War I.
Armistice Day
500
This branch helps protect our coasts and helps in emergencies at sea.
Coast Guard
500
People might put these on veterans' graves to show respect.
Flags or Wreaths
500
In many Veterans Day ceremonies, this song is played to honor those who have served and sacrificed for the country.