what does veterans day celebrate

Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11th to honor all veterans of the United States Armed Forces. It is a day to celebrate and show appreciation for the patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good demonstrated by American veterans. Veterans Day is distinct from Memorial Day, which honors those who have died while in military service, while Veterans Day commemorates the service of all U.S. veterans. The day is always observed officially on November 11th, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. It is a time to recognize and thank all those who have served honorably in the military, whether in wartime or peacetime. While Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States, a number of other countries also honor their veterans on November 11th, although the name and types of commemorations may differ somewhat from Veterans Day celebrations in the United States.