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Originally Posted by August
Happy Veterans day to all my fellow countrymen who once wore the uniform of our nation.
We have a bit of a different slant to 11/11 than our British and Commonwealth Friends. To us it is the day that we appreciate those who have served their country honorably. A day for old men to pin on a medal or wear an old cap and be thanked for their service by a grateful public. Unlike Armistice Day it is not supposed to be a somber remembrance of the dead but rather a celebration of the living.
Our day for (what should be solemn) remembrance is Memorial Day where we pay homage to those who gave their lives in service to our country.
There is also a third holiday called Armed Forces Day (although nobody gets it off, including the Armed Forces), which is for those who are currently serving in the military.
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And a happy Veterans Day to you sir!
