Veterans Day

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What flower is a symbol of Veterans Day?

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Poppy

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Why is Veterans Day celebrated on November 11?

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It signifies the end of WWI when at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the fighting ended.

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What is the significance of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery?

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It symbolizes the graves of all war soldiers who died yet were not found or identified, beginning with one unknown service member who died in World War 1.

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What was Veterans Day originally known as?

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Armistice Day.

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How many US presidents have been veterans?

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31.

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What is the historical significance of the Poppy flower in relation to Veterans Day?

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The Poppy flower became a symbol of remembrance for soldiers who died in war, particularly after the poem 'In Flanders Fields' was published.

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What major event does Veterans Day commemorate?

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Veterans Day commemorates the service of all U.S. military veterans.

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What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

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Memorial Day honors those who died in military service, while Veterans Day honors all who have served in the military.

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When was the first official celebration of Veterans Day?

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The first official celebration of Veterans Day was on November 11, 1954.

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What act of Congress established Veterans Day as a national holiday?

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The Uniform Holiday Bill, passed in 1968, established Veterans Day as a national holiday.