All About Veterans Day: Honoring Heroes, History, & Ways to Celebrate | Why We Remember Veterans

Join us as we dive into the significance of Veterans Day, a holiday dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. In this video, we explore the origins of Veterans Day, its history from Armistice Day to today, and why November 11th is a day of remembrance and gratitude. Learn the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day, discover ways to celebrate and honor veterans, and understand the symbolism behind the red poppy and other traditions. Whether you’re looking to better understand the importance of this national holiday or find meaningful ways to celebrate, this video covers it all.
In this video, we will cover the origins and history of Veterans Day. Explore the difference between Veterans Day vs. Memorial Day. Discover how to honor and celebrate veterans. Learn about the different branches of military service. And hear the poem In Flanders Fields that inspired the red poppy as a symbol of remembrance.

Thank you to all veterans for your service and sacrifice.

00:00 Introduction to Veteran’s Day

00:14 What is Veteran’s Day

00:36 Armistice Day/ The history of Veteran’s Day

1:27 What’s the different between Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day?

2:56 How can you celebrate Veteran’s Day

3:46 What are the different branches of the military?

4:03 The US Army

4:25 The US Navy

4:51 The US Marines

5:19 The US Air Force

5:46 The US Coast Guard

6:13 The National Guard

6:44 The US Space Force

7:18 Ways to honor veterans around the world

7:55 Why do people wear poppies on Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day?

9:46 Concluding thoughts about Veteran’s Day