Veterans Day is an annual federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans. This year, it falls on Tuesday, November 11. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by our country’s vets and to show our appreciation for their service.

There are many ways to celebrate Veterans Day. One way is to take advantage of the freebies and discounts available to veterans and active-duty military personnel. Here’s a list of some of the best deals out there:

Free meals:

Many restaurants offer free meals or other specials to veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day. Some of the most popular chains include Applebee’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Robin, and Texas Roadhouse.

Freebies:

In addition to free meals, many businesses offer other freebies to veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day. These can include things like free car washes, haircuts, oil changes, and more. Be sure to check with your local businesses to see what they’re offering.

Discounts:

Many retailers offer discounts on their products and services to veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day. Some of the most popular include JCPenney, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Old Navy, and Sears. Be sure to ask about any special deals or coupons that may be available.

Veterans Day is a time to show our appreciation for the men and women who have served our country. By taking advantage of the freebies and discounts available, we can all do our part to make this a special day for our vets. Thank you for your service!

Veterans Day Facts Everyone Should Know

This Veterans Day, take a moment to learn about the holiday and what it means for our veterans. Here are 29 facts everyone should know:

1. Veterans Day is an annual federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans.

2. This year, it falls on Tuesday, November 11.

3. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by our country’s vets and to show our appreciation for their service.

4. There are more than 21 million veterans in the United States.

5. Of those, about 9 million are over the age of 65.

6. About 2 million are women.

7. The oldest veteran is 112 years old. The youngest is 18.

8. There are more than 1.6 million active-duty service members in the United States.

9. Of those, about 200,000 are women.

10. The average age of a service member is 28 years old.

11. There are more than 700,000 reservists in the United States.

12. The first Veterans Day was celebrated on November 11, 1919 – exactly one year after the end of World War I.

13. In 1938, it became a national holiday.

14. President Dwight D. Eisenhower changed the name from “Armistice Day” to “Veterans Day” in 1954.

15. The date of Veterans Day was changed from November 11 to October 25 in 1971, but it was reverted back to November 11 in 1978.

16. There are more than 40 million living veterans in the United States.

17. The Veterans Administration employs more than 300,000 people.

18. The VA provides health care services to more than 9 million veterans each year.

19. More than 2 million vets receive disability benefits from the VA each year.

20. The VA operates more than 1,700 cemeteries in the United States.

21. There are more than 5,000 active-duty service members buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

22. In 2016, there were about 20 veteran suicides each day.

23. The most popular Veterans Day activities include attending parades, visiting monuments, and flying the American flag.

24. “The Star-Spangled Banner” was written by Francis Scott Key after he witnessed the bombardment of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.

25. “Taps” is a bugle call that is played at military funerals.

26. “Veterans Day” and “Remembrance Day” are two different holidays. Veterans Day is celebrated in the United States, while Remembrance Day is observed in Canada and other Commonwealth countries.

27. “Memorial Day” and “Veterans Day” are also two different holidays. Memorial Day is observed in May and is a day to remember those who have died while serving in the military. Veterans Day is observed in November and honors all veterans, both living and dead.

28. There are 14 US military bases named after Medal of Honor recipients.

29. The United States mints a “Veterans commemorative coin” each year. proceeds from the sale of these coins go to support veteran causes.

Veterans Day is an important holiday that honors the men and women who have served our country. By taking the time to learn about the holiday and its meaning, we can show our appreciation for all that our veterans have done for us. Thank you for your service!