World War I, or “The Great War,” officially ended on June 28, 1919, when the Treaty of Versailles was signed.
However, the fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice between allied nations and Germany began on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Since then, Veteran’s Day has been celebrated on November 11 annually. The history of Veteran’s Day is continuously celebrated as a reminder of America’s troops and their bravery and protection for our country.
In 1919, Veteran’s Day began to be honored as Armistice Day to honor the heroes in our military and their protection during the war. Since then, the day was to be observed in schools, workplaces, churches, and federal organizations/companies. Communities held parades and public meetings for our troops. Armistice Day was celebrated until President Eisenhower passed the first Veteran’s Day Proclamation and declared Armistice Day as Veteran’s Day.
Today, Veteran’s Day is meant to celebrate our living troops who are serving or have served in our military to thank them for their support, heroism, bravery, and protection.
McGregor thanks and honors each and every one of our troops that have served our country.
November 11, 2024, Witten by: Kaitlyn Keenan, McGregor Marketing and Communication Intern, Graphics by: Kat Eddy, McGregor Marketing and Communication Intern
