Veterans Day 2012

Veterans Day 2012

About Veterans Day

Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars. The day honors military veterans with parades and speeches across the nation. A national ceremony takes place at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

National discounts for veterans and servicemembers

Each year businesses honor veterans and servicemembers, as well as their families, with Veterans Day discounts on goods, services, and dining.

Keep in mind that most businesses require proof of military service, which can include a VA Universal Access Card, Military I.D., DD-214 (Discharge Papers), Veterans Service Organization Card (VSO's include groups like the VFW, DAV, AmVets, MOAA, FRA, and the American Legion), or in some cases businesses will accept a picture of the veteran in uniform.

Click HERE for a complete list of 2012 veteran and military discounts, Buy One Get One (BOGO) offerings, and free meals.

Parker takes pride in 12 years of military service

Veterans Day is special for Marysville resident Mike Parker because it embodies who he is.

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Dublin to honor veterans Nov. 12

Dublin will honor veterans Nov. 12 at the Grounds of Remembrance Veterans Park.

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Busy Veterans Day planned in Johnstown and Alexandria

Veterans Day weekend will be a busy one for the Johnstown American Legion and the village, according to Johnstown American Legion Post 254 Commander Bruce Tolle.

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Second Memory Walk garden dedicated on Veterans Day

A memorial to the men and women who served the United States during the Vietnam War will be the second addition to the Memory Walk along West North Broadway.

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Monument to honor military working dogs

Monument to honor military working dogs

LOS ANGELES — The act of Congress is in the books, the bills are paid, and the sculptural work is cast. One of the biggest parades in the world will start a glory tour and a countdown to the dedication. The first national monument to pay tribute to military dogs will be unveiled early next year in California. The U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument will honor every dog in combat since World War II.

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Veterans appreciate expressions of thanks

Veterans appreciate expressions of thanks

Dear Abby: As Veterans Day approaches, may I share a few guidelines that can be helpful when interacting with veterans or service members?

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Holiday closings

Sunday is Veterans Day, and the holiday will be observed on Monday.

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More 2012 Veterans Day freebies and discounts

Veterans Day is soon approaching and there are many restaurants and companies who want to thank our veterans by providing them with discounts or a free meal. To those companies offering veterans a free meal or discount, the military community gives a collective thanks!

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Veterans Day observances

Dublin
Dublin will honor veterans with a ceremony slated for 11 a.m. Nov. 12 at the Grounds of Rembrance Veterans Park behind the Dublin branch library at 75 N. High St.

Veterans can gather for a complementary breakfast at La Chatelaine, 65 W. Bridge St from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

The Veterans Day ceremony will include an address from Dublin residents Pete and Patty Boreland and remarks from Mayor Tim Lecklider.

After the ceremony, veterans will hold breakout sessions with student from Sells Middle School.

 

Gahanna
Gahanna’s memorial committee will also present a program beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park, 73 W. Johnstown Road.

 

Pataskala
The Nutcracker Family Restaurant will serve free meals to all veterans and military service men and women from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12 .

 

Powell
Powell will honor veterans with a ceremony beginning at 11 a.m. Nov. 12 at the Greater Powell Veterans’ Memorial in Village Green Park, 47 Hall Street. A reception will follow in the East Room of the city municipal building, adjacent to Village Green park.

 


 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

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