Veterans Day 2020 Northern California – Veterans Programs and Benefits

When was the first Veterans Day celebrated?

• In November 1919 at the end of World War I - President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11th as “Armistice Day”.

When did Veterans Day become a national holiday?

• On May 13, 1938 - November 11th Veterans Day became a National Holiday honoring Veterans of WWI by an act of Congress.

When was it first called ‘Veterans Day’?

• In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially changed the name of the holiday from Armistice Day to Veterans Day.

• Although this holiday initially honored those who perished in service to their country - when the holiday’s name was changed to Veterans Day - it became a day to honor ALL the men and women who have served in the armed forces of the United States.

What is the 2020 Veterans Day program at Arlington National Cemetery?

• Each year, special Veterans Day ceremonies are held at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

• To Be Livestreamed: “Recognition and commemoration of the Veterans who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. Uniform Services”

• The nation’s 67th Veterans Day Observance to honor the men and women who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. Uniform Services during war and peacetime will be live-streamed from Arlington National Cemetery at https://www.dvidshub.net/webcast/25131.

• The Live Stream will begin at 11 am EST on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

• The U.S. Army Military District of Washington will conduct a Presidential Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath-Laying Ceremony at 11 a.m. at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

• LIVESTREAM Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/webcast/25131.

Why is Veterans Day celebrated on November 11?

• At 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918 - World War I ended when the Allied powers signed a ceasefire Armistice (agreement) with Germany at Rethondes, France.

Armistice Day is commemorated every year on November 11 to mark the armistice signed between the Allies of World War I and Germany at Compiègne, France, for the cessation of hostilities on the Western Front.

• The Armistice was signed at 5.12AM on 11 November but, for tidiness, it was agreed the ceasefire would take place at 11.00AM on the 11th day of the 11th month.

• In an extraordinary coincidence, the number plate of the car in which the Archduke Franz Ferdinand was travelling when he was assassinated was A 111 118.

• In 1968, the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed by Congress. It moved the celebration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October.

• The Uniform Holidays Bill went into effect in 1971.

• In 1975, President Gerald Ford returned Veterans Day to November 11 - due to the important historical significance of the date.

What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

• Memorial Day is for remembering and honoring military personnel who died while in service of their country; particularly those who died in battle or as a result of a wound sustained in battle.

• Veterans Day is intended to thank all those who honorably served in the military – in war time or peace.

Do other countries have a Veterans Day?

• Great Britain, France, Australia and Canada also commemorate the veterans of World War I and World War II on or near November 11th.

• Canada has Remembrance Day.

• Britain has Remembrance Sunday (the second Sunday of November). In Great Britain, the day is commemorated by church services and parades of ex-service members in Whitehall, a wide ceremonial avenue leading from London's Parliament Square to Trafalgar Square. Wreaths of poppies are left at the Cenotaph, a war memorial in Whitehall, which was built after the First World War. At the Cenotaph and elsewhere in the country, a two-minute silence is observed at 11 a.m., to honor those who lost their lives in wars.

• In Europe, Great Britain and the Commonwealth countries it is common to observe two minutes of silence at 11 a.m. every November 11.

Where Vets & Military Can Eat Free On Veterans Day 2020

• California restaurants are stepping up on Nov. 11 with freebies and specials to thank vets and active duty for their service.

2020 Veterans Day Free Meals, Discounts, Sales and Deals

• 2020 Veterans Day discounts, free meals, deals, and sales. As Veterans Day approaches, we will continually update this list as restaurants and companies announce their Veteran’s Day specials. Typically offers are announced just before Veteran’s Day in late October and early November.

• Veterans Day 2020 will be on Wednesday, November 11th, 2020.

• 2020 Free Meals list is updated daily!

Read more: https://militarybenefits.info/veterans-day-discounts-sales-deals-free-meals

2020 Veterans Day Free Meals, Restaurant Deals and Discounts

• Click the link below to see a list of Veterans Day discounts at restaurants for 2020. Visit often as the list is now being updated as new discounts come in.

• All of the discounts have been confirmed, either through press release or direct communication with the company. Check out all the other discounts being offered this Veterans Day.

View the list at Military.com: https://www.military.com/veterans-day/restaurants-veterans-day-military-discounts.html

Veterans Day Freebies and Discounts 2020

• Free Meals, Haircuts, Car Washes, and More on Veterans Day

View the List at TheSpruce.com: https://www.thespruce.com/veterans-day-freebies-discounts-4101988

Veterans Day 2020 Discounts from blogs.va.gov

• Veterans Day 2020 is on Wednesday, Nov. 11th, 2020. This Veterans Day discounts list will continue to be updated as we learn of more nationally available Veterans Day discounts, meals or other ways businesses and organizations want to give back to Veterans.

• These Veterans Day discounts, free meals and other programs are being shared so that Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors are aware of all resources available to them. 

• Due to COVID-19, some organizations are now offering discounts to Veterans all the time instead of their regular Veterans Day discounts. These adjustments help Veterans take advantage of the discounts offered while avoiding the usual Veterans Day crowds. A new section at the bottom of this story will list all the year-round Veterans discounts. 

• *The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on part of VA. Verify information with the organization offering.

• View the list on blogs.va.gov: https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/80347/veterans-day-2020-discounts/

Not sure where to start with VA? Download the VA Welcome Kit or call VA411 at 800-698-2411.

Veterans Day Military Deals: 20 Brands You Can’t Miss (2020 Edition)

• Each November 11, Veterans Day is a time to honor those who’ve served our nation, and many brands take this time of the year to offer some amazing deals to show their appreciation.

• For example, many restaurants offer free appetizers or desserts on or around Veterans Day.

• Likewise, many companies offer steep discounts on items in stores, tickets, car rentals, flights, and hotels year round but go all out for Veterans Day.

• Here are 20 of the best Veterans Day military deals being offered this year.

View list at https://mybaseguide.com/veterans-day-military-deals

Military Discounts Offered Year Round by Stores, Services and Online Sites

• 2020 veterans and military discount list of hundreds of companies that offer military discounts to service members, retired military, veterans, spouses and their families.

View List at: https://militarybenefits.info/military-discounts