Veterans Day is always observed officially on November 11, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. The holiday, formerly known as Armistice Day, is held on November 11 to commemorate the end of World War I at the "eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month" in 1918. Veterans Day is intended to honor all the people who served in the American armed forces, both those who are alive and those who died, although it's largely geared toward living veterans. To all of those who have served, thank you for your service!
