Veterans
Why is Veterans day celebrated on November 11?
The armistice, or temporary suspension of fighting, became official at 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918, marking the end of major hostilities in World War I.
This branch of the military works mostly on ships and seas.
Navy
People often see this American symbol with red, white, and blue colors on Veterans Day.
American Flag
Many other countries such as the UK and Canada also celebrate a similar holiday on November 11, what is it called?
Remembrance Day
This famous veteran was a rock and roll singer sometimes called "The King"
Elvis
Veterans Day was originally created to commemorate which war?
WWI
Which branch of military is the newest, being created in 2019?
This bird, which is a symbol of the United States, is also a symbol of freedom.
Bald Eagle
Which president named Veterans Day an official Holiday?
President Eisenhower
This famous actor with a deep, calming voice had dreams of wanting to fly planes, leading him to join the U.S. Air Force in 1955 after passing up a drama scholarship to Jackson State University.
Morgan Freeman
Approximately what percentage of the American population are veterans? (Closest guess wins)
6%
This branch fights on land and wears camouflage uniforms that allow them to blend in with their surroundings.
Army
A decoration awarded to those who have been wounded or killed while serving in the U.S. military
Purple Heart
Which city holds the oldest Veterans Day Parade, dating back to 1919?
New York City
This famous American action movie actor was stationed in South Korea from 1958 to 1962. While overseas, he became passionate and skilled in martial arts which was useful to his booming movie career.
Chuck Norris
What federal US holiday is sometimes confused with Veterans Day?
Memorial Day
This group works at sea and on land and are sometimes called “The Few, The Proud.”
Marine Corps
People wear this red flower on Veterans Day to honor those who served.
Poppy
On Veterans Day, some people visit this special place in Washington, D.C., to honor fallen soldiers and visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Arlington National Cemetary
This famous veteran was the first man to walk on the moon
Neil Armstrong
Veterans Day was first called this name after World War I.
Armistice Day
This branch helps protect our coasts and helps in emergencies at sea.
Coast Guard
What color ribbon is often worn to honor veterans?
Yellow — as in “Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Old Oak Tree.”
In many Veterans Day ceremonies, this song is played to honor those who have served and sacrificed for the country.
Taps
World famous host of "America's Game" joined the U.S. Army in 1968.
Pat Sajak