HISTORIC TRIANGLE — Veterans Day is Tuesday, Nov. 11, and various civic groups, VFW Posts, American Legions, and schools around the Historic Triangle are planning Veterans Day ceremonies this week.

Veterans Day originated as Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I when fighting ceased on Nov. 11, 1918. The day was first observed in 1919 to honor WWI veterans. In 1954, after World War II and the Korean War, Congress renamed it Veterans Day to honor all American veterans — living and deceased — who served in any branch of the military. It’s celebrated each year on Nov. 11 to recognize the courage and sacrifice of those who have defended the nation.

WYDaily compiled a list of ceremonies planned in the area.

VFW Post 8046 will host a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the

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