Though we celebrate Veterans Day on November 11, much of Europe (well, Britain and France anyway) celebrate Armistice Day. It remembers the day that the Armistice was signed, ending the First World War. Though some fighting continued until word was spread and the official documents were signed, it still represents the end of that tragic conflict.
In America, we broaden the significance of this day to remember all veterans who have served (or continue to serve) our country in wars. This is a nice sentiment as well. However, I don't like that we observe the day on Monday of whatever week Nov. 11 falls on. This whole business about observing holidays on Mondays so government employees and bank employees can get a long weekend is bunk.
Many people have served and died over the generations so that we can be free. Remember them. Honor them!
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