In observation of Veterans Day on Tuesday, the United States Postal Service ( USPS ) will close all locations and pause regular mail service.

Other package providers who are not affiliated with the government, such as UPS and FedEx, will remain open with some modified services on the federal holiday .

Why It Matters

Veterans Day honors U.S. military veterans. It began as Armistice Day, marking the end of hostilities in World War I on November 11, 1918, and was renamed Veterans Day in 1954. The holiday is always celebrated on November 11th regardless of what day of the week it falls on. Veterans Day differs from Memorial Day as it honors all U.S. military veterans, with an emphasis on the living.

The federal holiday affects government services, mail delivery , banks, and some

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