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Honor and Remember Veteran’s Day

It was the eleventh hour of the eleventh day in the eleventh month in 1918 when the world celebrated as a treaty was signed ending what was to be “the war to end all wars” – World War I.

One year later, on what came to be known as Armistice Day, Americans came together to remember and honor the sacrifices of the men and women who served during the war. Soldiers who survived the war marched in parades and were honored by speeches and ceremonies recognizing their contribution to peace throughout the world.

Congress declared Armistice Day a national holiday in 1938. By this time, with unrest in much of the world, Americans realized World War I would not be the last war. After the Second World War, which was even bloodier than the first, Armistice Day continued to be observed. In 1954, Congress changed the name of the holiday to Veterans Day to include veterans of all United States wars.

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Today, Americans honor the service and sacrifice of our armed forces in the past as well as the present on Veterans Day. The official, national ceremony takes place at Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. A color guard representing all the branches of the military executes “Present Arms” at the tomb, a Presidential wreath is placed on the graves, and a bugler plays “taps.”

In communities across the county, there are parades, ceremonies and speeches. At 11:00 in the morning, Americans observe a moment of silence to remember those who fought for freedom. Let us remember every day the bravery of everyone who has served our country.

Sunday in the Narthex

This is a notice to all Vets that official representatives from The Bureau of Field Services for Florida Department of Veterans Affairs will be available to answer questions about benefits veterans are entitled to that they may not be aware of from 8:30am until 12:45pm in the Narthex this Sunday, November 12th.

Those vets that go to Saturday Mass can come between Sunday Masses to speak to them. They are expert at helping fill out forms, applications and will assist with follow up.

Some may be entitled to approximately $2000.00 per month Aid and attendance Income. Are you entitled to burial benefits? Health services or medications through the VA program? This is the time to ask!

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