Armistice Day - 11th November, A Very Very Special Day

"To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations." - U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, Armistice Day for November 11, 1919.

11th November is a very special day, revered and celebrated in many countries in memory of World War I coming to an end. In countries such as France, New Zealand and Serbia, the event is known as Armistice Day. The UK, Canada and Australia celebrate it as Remembrance Day. After all, it was the sacrifice of the brave soldiers engaged in the conflict which brought an end to the horrors of the Great War.

What exactly does Armistice mean? 

Armistice - Comes from Latin armistitium—from arma, "arms," and -stitium, "stoppage"—and means a temporary cessation from fighting or the use of arms, or a truce.

The entire World thought that World War I was the "War to end all wars." However, after World War II broke out in Europe, the name was changed from Armistice Day to Veterans Day or Remembrance Day in several countries.

Veterans Day is largely intended to thank all surviving veterans for dedicated and loyal service to their country. On this day we aim to ensure that veterans know that we deeply appreciate the sacrifices that they have made to keep our country free.  Thank you.

To commemorate this day, give a hug to a veteran.  Happy Veterans Day in the USA!

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