| 11 November
The 11th marks the 53rd year America will gather to celebrate Veterans Day, to "pay appropriate homage to the veterans of all wars who have contributed so much to the preservation of this nation," as stated in the 1954 Presidential Proclamation issued by President Eisenhower.
Tomorrow, Americans pause to consider the sacrifices made by veterans on behalf of our nation. Whether attending a parade, a memorial service or observing the day in private, Americans are reflecting upon and marking this occasion. If it were possible to call every name and express our gratitude, we certainly would. On this day, we salute and say thank you to all veterans of our nation's armed forces, and especially the men and women who proudly served and are serving in the United States Air Force & all other branches.
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