The United States Postal Service will be pausing its mail service next Tuesday, November 11, but Americans can expect minimal delays to their typical mail schedule.

The reason for the one-day pause is due to Veterans Day. As a federal holiday, the USPS suspends most services and will open up the next day, November 12.

Why It Matters

Veterans Day is a federal holiday that celebrates those who have served in the U.S. military. Since it is a federal holiday, many stores and businesses will be closed, and mail services will also be impacted.

Veterans Day has been a holiday since 1918, when both sides fighting in World War I reached an armistice.

Why Will Mail Service Be Paused Next Week?

Mail service will be paused on November 11, as the United States Postal Service will be closed for

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