NATIONAL — Each year on November 11th, the United States pauses to observe Veterans Day, a national holiday dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. While often confused with Memorial Day, Veterans Day is distinct—it is a celebration intended to thank and honor all American veterans, both living and deceased, who have served honorably in the military, in wartime or in peacetime.

The history of this day is deeply rooted in the end of World War I, and its evolution reflects the nation’s commitment to honoring all who have served in uniform.

The holiday’s origins date back to November 11, 1918, when the armistice—a temporary cessation of hostilities—between the Allied nations and Germany took effect, effectively ending World War I. At this moment,

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