USS Independence CVA62 1959-1963 Cuban Missile Crisis
NAVY, WW II From Mary Claire Aplington Tipton A Tribute to Dale Ansteth Army, WW II, 335th Infantry
A Tribute to Jim Aplington
From Sandra, Ronald, Connie & Family
From Donna Ansteth
A Tribute To Joseph V. Atilano
US Army - 2nd Squadron, 1st Cavalry, Served in Pleiku, Central Highlands of Vietnam
A Tribute To Gerald J. Bacidore Jr. USMC
A Tribute To Frank Arbet TEC 5 Army WW II - Ft. Sheridan, IL, Camp Fannin, TX, Camp Kilmer, NJ, Ft. Meade, MD. Overseas - England, Wales, France, Germany From Arbet Family
A Tribute To Ricky Lucas Ardes
US NAVY WW II March 42 - January 46
Desert Storm We are so proud of you!
From Jill BartoGranddaughter
From Tammy, Abigail, Vika & Gunner A Tribute To Verne F. Arnold ARMY
From the Family of Joseph Atilano
Tribute to Martin F. Baima
U.S. Navy, WWII U.S. Army, Korean Con ict (1927-1989)
A Tribute To Melvin B. Baima
US Army - WWII 1942-1946
Love, Candy and Jim and Family
Tribute To Otis Ballard
Army Korean War From Jeff & Sylvia Ballard
and Son Bob
A Tribute To Gary Bruno
1st Cavalry Division “To the one they call Doc” Thank you for your service. From Mary, Kim, Kristi
A Tribute To Dennis “Jake” Bubelis
WWII - Army From Joan & Family A Tribute to Richard Bryant Marine Corp. 1956-1959 A Tribute To Ed Bruski III Air Force / Gulf From
U.S. Army - 1967-1969 Vietnam January 1968-February 1969 With Love and Pride Wife - Betty Eric, Cora and Families A Tribute To William “Bill” Bryan US Army From Sister Dorothy A Tribute To Frank Bucar
Wroblewski
A Tribute To Ladislaus “Hornsby” Dobrydnia
Army WW II From Dobrydnia, Espinoza and
With Love, All your family
A Tribute To Ronald Dobrydnia Navy, 1955-1958
Tribute from: Ruth Dobrydnia
Travis, Darcy, Chrissie, Jerred, Gavin, Owen, Sophie & Jack
FAQ about Veterans Day
Each November, millions of people recognize the service and sacrifice of military veterans on Veterans Day. Initially commemorated as Armistice Day but renamed Veterans Day in the United States in 1954, the holiday is a federal holiday throughout the country.
The first Armistice Day was observed in 1919. Despite that lengthy history, the general public may still have questions about Veterans Day.
WHEN IS VETERANS DAY OBSERVED?
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs notes that Veterans Day is always observed officially on November 11, regardless of which day of the week that happens to be. In 2025, Veterans Day is Tuesday, November 11.
WHY IS NOVEMBER 11 SO SIGNIFICANT?
November 11 is a significant day in world history because it marks the signing of the armistice between the Allies of World War I and Germany at 5:45 a.m. on November 11, 1918. Though the formal peace treaty, the Treaty of Versailles, was not signed until 1919 and hostilities between the sides continued for hours after the armistice was signed, the day is still viewed as the end of World War I.
WHAT DISTINGUISHES VETERANS DAY FROM MEMORIAL DAY?
The VA notes that Veterans Day honors all those individuals who served honorably in the military during both wartime and peacetime. Memorial Day
is a day to honor and remember military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who lost their lives in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.
WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF RED POPPIES?
Red poppies are ubiquitous on Memorial Day, but they’re also visible on Veterans Day. Though it’s not taboo to wear red poppies on Veterans Day, it’s a tradition that aligns more with Memorial Day. That’s because the poppies are typically worn to honor fallen military personnel. A 1915 poem written by a Canadian Lieutenant Colonel named John McCrae referred to the fields of poppies grow-
ing around the graves of World War I soldiers in Flanders.
DO OTHER COUNTRIES HONOR THEIR MILITARY VETERANS?
Many countries across the globe honor their military veterans, and many do so on November 11 as well. For example, Canadians and Australians observe Remembrance Day in honor of their nation’s respective veterans on November 11. Great Britain observes Remembrance Day on the Sunday nearest to November 11. Veterans Day is a day to honor and commemorate the brave men and women who have honorably served in the U.S. military during wartime and peacetime. TF23B475
A Tribute To Floyd William King
U.S. Army, 1943–1946 81st Wildcat Div., 317th Inf. & Battalion B Field Artillery
From Wife Doris & Daughter Kathleen
A Tribute To Donald Kirby Army
Army National Guard Vietnam Era
A Tribute To William “Beers” Kochnowski
A Tribute To Richard Klieber, Sr.
US Army Nov. 1954-July 1958
Great-Granddaughter Reylee
A Tribute To Jim Knafele
A Tribute To Richard K. King US Army - Vietnam 1966-1968 From Your Grateful and Loving Family A Tribute To Marvin L. King US Army Love, Ann A Tribute To Clarence “Bud” Keyes US Navy USS Saratoga, WW II From Daughter Barb Battistelli and Family A Tribute To August Kobal US Army, Korean War
From Wife Janice, Daughter Marla Forbes & Family, Daughter Debra Hasbrook & Family, Son Richard, Jr. & Family
A Tribute To Donald Klug Army 1959-1961 From The Family
U.S. MARINE CORP. 1955-1958
From Wife, Children, Grand Children, Great Grand Children
A Tribute To Sgt. Robert (Bob) Knopp Army, WW II European Theater, Battle of the Bulge, German POW From Daughter Cheryl & Family
A Tribute To Leonard “Lindy” Kleczewski US Marine Corps Korean War From the Family A Tribute To Jon Konieczki
From Doris Kobal, wife & Family Members
A Tribute To Calvin A. Koehler US Navy • WW II USS Inch - Eurodean African - Middle Eastern Anti Submarine Love, Keith, Marcia Studzinski, Children & Grand Children
A Tribute To Harold Koehler US Army - Veteran Serving in European Theater of Operations WWII
A Tribute To John G. Koehler
SSGT, US Air Force, 1970-1977, Crew Chief B-52 Bombers, Guam, Thailand
Army World War II 1943-1944 Love, Your Family A Tribute To Joseph “Tutor” Komater
From Dennis & Jill Alteri and family, Judy Siensa Family
Army WWII Love - His Family
From Gerlyn and Family
A Tribute To James Konieczki
United States Coast Guard From His Family
Force Operation Iraqi Freedom From His Family
A Tribute To John Koyak From Your Family
A Tribute To SSgt Zachary Krizel
United States Air Force 2011-2018
Tribute from: Joe and Debbie Krizel (mom and dad)
A Tribute To John
A Tribute To Daniel D. Kreiser (Deceased) Navy 1969-1971
A Tribute To Edward Walter Krysiak
US Navy, WW II, Pacific Theater, Survived the Sinking of His Ship, Okinawa, April 1945 From Edward M. Krysiak and the Krysiak Family
A Tribute To Joe Kudela Army IRAQ
From Mom & Dad, Nickie, Keith, Kole, Karmen, Frauke and Kalvin
Michael M. Kreiser Navy 1971-1975
A Tribute To Alfred B. (Fritz) Kuebel
US Army WW II
A Tribute to Capt. Thomas John Kujawa
Army Nurse Corps (ANC), Functioned as a Certi ed Registered Nurse Anesthetist July 1966 to July 1968
A Tribute To Lieutenant Colonel
Jodie L. Kunkel US Army/Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005 & 2007 - Afghanistan 2012, Operation Enduring Freedom 2014 From Tom & Laurel Kunkel
A Tribute To John F. Leszczynski
Spec 5 · 1963-1966 Ft. Knox, Ft Ord Korea, Ft Dix From Janet, Shawn, Mark, Drew & Families
How to support veterans through nonpro ts
Military service personnel make a personal sacrifice and put the country before their own needs and those of their families. Serving the military has inherent risks to safety, but many still heed the call to serve.
Serving the nation seldom is an easy task, and sometimes acting military and veterans need some assistance. Many charities work to provide that assistance, and these organizations are worth supporting.
• Wounded Warrior Project®: This organization was founded in 2003 by a group of veterans and friends in Roanoke, Virginia, who wanted to take action to help injured service men and women. The mission of WWP is to honor and empower service personnel who incurred physical or mental injuries, illnesses or wounds related to military service on or after September 11, 2001. According to the organization, 100 percent of a person’s donation supports wounded warriors, with roughly 71 percent spent directly on programs and services, and the balance paid to support the delivery of this support.
• Homes For Our Troops: Homes For Our Troops builds and donates specially adapted and customized homes nationwide to help severely injured post-9/11 veterans. Since the nonprofit organization’s inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents out of every dollar spent has gone directly to program services to veterans. HFOT builds homes where veterans choose to live, and continues a relationship with the veterans after home delivery to assist with rebuilding their lives.
• Gary Sinise Foundation: Many people recognize Gary Sinise as a prominent and award-winning actor known predominantly for his roles as Lieutenant Dan in “Forrest Gump” and Detective Mac Taylor on “CSI: New York.” After the tragic attacks on September 11, 2001, Sinise began devoting much of his time to support the people who were deployed in response to those attacks. Sinise ultimately decided to found his own organization with the mission of expressing gratitude and giving support to the men and women who willingly fight for the country to keep the nation safe and free.
• K9s for Warriors: According to the K9s for Warriors organization, an average of 20 veterans take their own lives each day and roughly 1,000 dogs are euthanized. To change these stark statistics, K9s for Warriors was established to adopt and train shelter dogs as service animals, and pair them with mentally struggling veterans who could benefit from a fourlegged friend. A study by Flagler College found 92 percent of the nonprofit’s veteran graduates reported a reduction in medication usage, and 82 percent reported reduced suicide ideation after being paired with a dog.
Supporting military and veterans charities is a great way to show your appreciation for the individuals who served and sacrificed for their countries. TF255883
Tribute To IRVIN L. MCDOUGALL Army - Air Force War: WWII From Todd, Nancy, Marshall, Farrell, Teaden Holland And Jacob And Page Leonard
Tribute To Reuben Mellen Sergeant, Co C 129th of the 33rd Division Illinois Infantry - WWI Wounded in action in France. Purple heart recipient.
Tribute To SSG Robert P. Mellen
Army Reserve 1984 - 2003
Love, Mom, Dad & AJ (Mike & Stephanie Coons)
Tribute To TEC4 Robert R. Mellen
Gerald D. Mennie Marine Vietnam 1966-1969 Love, Your Wife (Sue)
Tribute To Joseph L. Merkel
Army 1950-1952
Merkels & Vegas Loving Families
from: Mellen Family A Tribute To Joseph R. Michael Army Specialist 4
Tribute To Deborah (Simkins) Meyer
Son
Tribute To Dale R. Mertes USMC 1956–1958 From Barbara Mertes
Tribute To Joseph J. Michael 1992-1996 US Army Specialist E4 18th Airborn Corps. Love, Lisa, Johnny & Matthew A Tribute To Art Meyer
Joe, Lisa, Johnny & Matthew A Tribute To Dale A. Mertes
US Marine Corps CPL 1955-1959 From Wife - Judy Daughter & Son in Law - Lynn Roland A Tribute To Joseph R. Michael Army - 101st Airborne Div. Bronze Star Love Diane
US Army National Guard From Jerry & Joyce Simkins and Family
Army 23 Years From Wife Jeneen, Mom Patricia, Retoff Family, Son Mike, Grandson Ryker
A Tribute To Michael Ribas US Army 1969-1973 A Tribute To Celina Reyes
Army From Jose, Pat, Debbie & Sherry A Tribute To Mickey Ribas US Army 2007-2010
Tribute To Elmer D. Ristau
US Army - Private - Korea From Your Girls, Tracey, Karlie, Cate and Family A Tribute To Louis J. Rios Depue, IL Navy 1943-1946 Sargent - US Marine Corps 1947-1950 Love, June & Your Family
A Tribute To James K. Ristau
U.S. Air Force MSGT Desert Storm, Persian Gulf, Iraq, Afghanistan From Bill, Merlinda, Cherry, Patrick, Chrissy & Family
A Tribute To Dave (Sour) Robinson Army - WW II 1942-1945 Antitank Gun Crewman With Love -Larry & Jolene Loebach, Mark Fillipeck & Geo Robinson A Tribute To Kenneth Rodda, Jr. Army From The Rodda
The Rodda Family
The roles of the various branches of the U.S. military
Each November, people across the United States and its territories honor the brave men and women who serve and have served in the various branches of the country’s military. Veterans Day is observed annually every November 11 and honors the service of all U.S. military veterans. The day should not be confused with Memorial Day, which is celebrated each year in May and honors all military personnel who have died in service. Veterans Day is a great time for anyone to learn more about the various branches of the U.S. military. TF22B467
ARMY
The U.S. Department of Defense notes that the Army is the largest and oldest service in the country’s military. The Army provides the ground forces that protect the United States. Members of the Army are trained to defeat enemy ground forces and to seize and control enemy lands and resources. Army also are trained to control and interact with the general population in countries where members are stationed.
MARINE CORPS.
It might surprise some to learn that the Marine Corps. is a component of the Department of the Navy. That’s one reason why it maintains amphibious and ground units for contingency and combat operations. The Marine Corps. is divided into four groups: the operating forces that fight; the headquarters for leadership; the supporting establishment that provides logistical support; and the Marine Corps. Reserve.
SPACE FORCE
The existence of the Space Force may come as a surprise to many Americans. Organized under the Department of the Air Force and established in 2019, this branch of the military organizes, trains and equips space forces in order to protect the interest of America and its allies in space.
NAVY
The Navy protects America at sea. Despite its massive land mass, the United States is a maritime nation, which underscores how important a strong Navy is to the safety of the country and its residents. The Navy works alongside American allies and partners to keep the seas open and free.
COAST GUARD
During peacetime, the Coast Guard is part of the Department of Homeland Security. In times of war, it operates under the Navy. The Coast Guard provides law and maritime safety enforcement as well as environmental protection. In addition to promoting national security, border security and economic prosperity in the maritime environment, the Coast Guard saves those in peril on the sea.
AIR FORCE
The Air Force has five core missions: air superiority; global strike; rapid global mobility; intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; and command and control. The Air Force defends the country and its residents in air, space and cyberspace and is capable of delivering forces anywhere in the world within hours.
NATIONAL GUARD
The National Guard is comprised of the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard. The National Guard has a diverse array of responsibilities that range from supporting combat missions to responding during domestic emergencies to assisting in humanitarian efforts and more.
Army 1942-1945
Sergeant, 63rd Infantry Division, 254th Regiment, served in Italy, France, Germany; Awarded Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Bronze Star A Tribute To John Slingsby E3 US Army Korea
Tribute to
Smania US Army Air Corps 1940-1946 Sergeant, Texas, USA
Tribute To S/SGT Ronald D. Smedley (Deceased)
Tribute To Robert A. Smith Army & National Guard 20 Years of Service Died 12/2/17
From Louise K. Smith My Dad
W. Studzinski
US Navy - Korea, 1954-1958 USS Benham DD796 (Destroyer) From Family
ARMY A Tribute To John Swanson Army 1954 - 1956 Born August 22, 1935 Died October 2,
Tribute To Staff SGT Erin and (Mrs.) SGT Emily Sons Dwyer
Tribute To
A. Torchia
A Tribute To Joseph Toscana
A Tribute To Donald Tostovarsnik
From Mom & Dad, Brothers John, Brian & Justin, Sister Jessica A Tribute to Jay D. Trimmer
1st Lieut From Joyce and Maddie
A Tribute To Larry Truckebrod Army 1953-1955 Korean War
A Tribute To Nathan Truckenbrod
US Army/Major - Retired after 30 Years of Service
From Dad, Larry Truckenbrod
US Marine Corps From Wife Sally, Dean (Deb) Tostovarsnik, Holly & Andy Skoog, Dan (Allana) Tostovarsnik
A Tribute To Joseph A. Trumpinski
US Army Korean War From Your Family
A Tribute To Commander Michael S. Trench Retired U.S. Navy Air Corps 1983-2005 From Proud Family
A Tribute To Peter J. Turchi Army 7th Infantry Division Corporal Korea 1951-1953 From Joseph Boroski Jr.
A Tribute To John Turczyn
SPC 5 U.S. Army Vietnam June 1968 - August 1969
From: Marge, Daniel & Angela
A Tribute To Sgt. Charles Trovero Sr.
A Tribute To Joseph E Tutaj Army 1957-1962
From Pat, Joe, Sarah, and Liam
A Tribute To Frank T. Ulanowski
A Tribute To Marshall John Van De Wyngaerde Staff Sergeant Army Feb. 24 1941 - May 25, 1945 From The Van De Wyngaerde Family
A Tribute To Robert G.Venturi
US Navy World War II
Sons Michael Venturi & Robert G Venturi Jr.
A Tribute To Harry L. VanValey
US Navy Sept. 11, 1945 Until Jan. 9-1949, Aviation Metal Smith 3Rd Class On The Franklin D. Roosevelt From, Maryan Vanvaley
A Tribute To Albert G. Vescogni
Army Vietnam September 26, 1962September 16, 1965
A Tribute To Gene VanCauwenberge
Corporal - US Army - 1997-45 New Guinea, Southern Philippines, Luzon From Family of Gene VanCauwenberge
A Tribute To Bruno G. Vescogni
Navy - WW II December 30, 1942March 28, 1946
A Tribute To Henry Varland
USMC - Vietnam Family
A Tribute To Juanita M. (Liebhart) Vetos
US Navy-1973-1993 Vietnam Era
Kevin J. Vetos
US Navy-1970-1993 Vietnam Era
A Tribute To Christopher Vega
LST #45 U.S. Navy 1943 - 1945
Tribute from: Loving Family
A Tribute To Raymond Vetter
US Navy 1942-1945
From His Daughters, Pam and Debby
A Tribute To Raymond J. Vega Navy 1943-1946
Your Family
A Tribute To Bob Vickrey
US ARMY Hey Bob, Where did you get that funny cap?
Love, Barbara
Army - Sergeant, E6 Korean War - 1950 From Sons Mickey, Rick & Mark Venegas
