A bit slow on this one (but better late than never). Officially designated by Congress in 1999, National Military Appreciation Month takes place every year throughout the entire month of May (in the US). Every year, the president issues an annual proclamation reminding Americans to celebrate this patriotic month that pays tribute to those who… Read More
Introduction Memorial Day (previously, but now seldom, called Decoration Day) is a federal holiday in the United States for honouring and mourning the military personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. The holiday is now observed on the last Monday of May, having been observed on 30 May from 1868… Read More
Introduction Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on 11 November, for honouring military veterans, that is, persons who have served in the United States Armed Forces (and were discharged under conditions other than dishonourable). It coincides with other holidays including Armistice Day and Remembrance… Read More
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