Tag: Veteran’s Day
Wreathes Across America
Veteran’s Day is November 11, the day America honors those who serve, or have served at some point. Parades, special programs at schools, graveside ceremonies...all intended to honor and thank those who protect our freedoms. But their time, dedication and sacrifices aren’t limited to a single day, and many...
Garfield teacher honored with brick at National Museum of Marine Corps
Garfield High School industrial arts teacher Chris Forgacs has never been one to seek accolades for his work. His impact on students has not gone unnoticed either and when 2003 graduate Amanda Owens stopped by her alma matter as a guest speaker for the Veteran’s Day Assembly on Nov....
Thank A Veteran For Serving
Veterans Day is Sunday, November 11. Veterans Day began as Armistice Day, commemorating the day on which WWI -- “The Great War” or “The War To End All Wars” -- ended, November 11, 1918.
Armistice Day was declared by President Woodrow Wilson on 11/11/19. He stated, “…the reflections...
Veterans Day, How it Began
On Thursday of this week our country will observe Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor those who have served or are serving this country in the armed forces. The origin of the holiday was the signing of the Armistice with the Germans that ended World War I...
