Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11th. This date is fixed and commemorates the armistice that ended World War I, honoring all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
The date's origin traces back to the end of World War I, when an armistice between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918. Originally established as Armistice Day to honor the veterans of that specific conflict, the holiday was later expanded. In 1954, following the Korean War, the U.S. Congress amended the legislation, changing the name to Veterans Day to formally recognize and honor American veterans of all wars, both living and deceased.
While the official observance and commemorative ceremonies are held on November 11th regardless of the day of the week, the corresponding federal public holiday is adjusted for administrative purposes. If November 11th falls on a Saturday, the holiday is typically observed on the preceding Friday. If it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday. This practice ensures a designated day off for federal workers and many other employees.
