Poppies. In remembrance of those who gave.
November 11, the day of armistice in WW1 is remembered and honored in the US as Veterans Day. A day to Honor and reflect upon the sacrifices of those who served and those who still serve, in any un...
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an excellent site with FAQs for Veterans Day.
Excerpts (quoted) from the above:
Correct spelling - Veterans Day (*NO* Apostrophe)
Q. Why are red poppies worn on Veterans Day, and where can I find them?
A. The wearing of poppies in honor of America's war dead is traditionally done on Memorial Day not Veterans Day.
Q. What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
A. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.
While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is intended to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military - in wartime and peacetime.
In fact Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact all those who served -not only those who died- have sacrificed and done their duty.
*Link* - to the FAQs by the U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an excellent site with FAQs for Veterans Day.
Excerpts (quoted) from the above:
Correct spelling - Veterans Day (*NO* Apostrophe)
Q. Why are red poppies worn on Veterans Day, and where can I find them?
A. The wearing of poppies in honor of America's war dead is traditionally done on Memorial Day not Veterans Day.
Q. What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
A. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.
While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is intended to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military - in wartime and peacetime.
In fact Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact all those who served -not only those who died- have sacrificed and done their duty.
*Link* - to the FAQs by the U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs
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