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WASHINGTON, Nov. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The New Zealand Embassy kicked-off the Veterans Day weekend in Washington, D.C. with its third tribute to America's armed forces on November 9, 2012. The benefit, featuring famed tenor Anthony Kearns and co-hosted by the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes, honoured two premier U.S. military charities, the USO and the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Fund (VVMF). The Rt Hon Mike Moore, New Zealand Ambassador to the United States,...
HONOLULU, Nov. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) dedicated two new pavilions at the Honolulu Memorial on Sunday, November 11, 2012. Following the annual Veterans Day ceremony hosted by the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, attendees gathered around the new pavilions for a traditional Hawaiian "maile lai" ceremony. Attendees at the pavilion dedication included ABMC Secretary Max Cleland, Senator Daniel Akaka, Congresswoman...
DENVER, Nov. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The war to end all wars came to a close 94 years ago. It was called Armistice Day for the next 30 plus years until a Kansas shoe storeowner named Al King had the idea to expand Armistice Day to celebrate all veterans, not just those who served in World War I. By act of Congress, November 11th has been Veterans Day ever since. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121111/CG10508) Every American owes a debt to those who serve...
WASHINGTON, Nov. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110428/DC91889LOGO) SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11: VETERANS DAY Profile America -- Sunday, November 11th. Today is Veterans Day, originating on this date in 1919 on the first anniversary of the end of World War I and then known as Armistice Day. In 1954, it's name was changed to Veterans Day, and its scope...
CALGARY, Nov. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - On November 11, at 11 a.m. local time, all Canadian Pacific trains will safely halt across its 14,700-mile network , observe two minutes of respect in silence, then sound a long train whistle in tribute to Remembrance Day and Veterans Day. A special service will also be held at CP's headquarters in Calgary. "Let those who come after see to it that their names be not forgotten," said Scott MacDonald, senior vice president operations. "We hope...
COLUMBIA, Md., Nov. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. (www.maximhealthcare.com), an established provider of home healthcare, medical staffing, and wellness services, today announced the release of a special video tribute in commemoration of Veterans Day. The new video features Maxim employees who have served in various branches of the armed forces and thanks them for their commitment and service on the battlefield and to Maxim patients and clients. A new...
Goodwill Calls on Policymakers to Expand Commitment to Veterans and Those Who Support Them ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On November 11, Americans will honor the men and women who have served our country. Because America's veterans and the families who support them deserve more than one day, Goodwill Industries International calls on policymakers, organizations and all Americans to support a comprehensive, year-round commitment to valuing the contributions...
TEMECULA, Calif., Nov. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- WHO: Outdoor Channel, America's Leader In Outdoor TV, and Folds of Honor Foundation, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational scholarships otherwise unavailable to the spouses and children of soldiers killed or disabled in service to our country. WHAT: Last week, the Folds of Honor Foundation unveiled plans for their first-ever "Patriot Range Day" - an initiative...
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Veterans Day originated as "Armistice Day" on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars. The day honors military veterans with parades and...
NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The National WWII Museum in New Orleans is commemorating Veterans Day with a weekend filled with events honoring veterans of all eras who have secured America's freedom. Events will begin on Saturday, November 10, 2012 and will conclude Sunday, November 11, 2012. Special ceremonies, a symbolic artifact donation and a salute to Louisiana's Bicentennial Military Parade, which will pass in front of the Museum, are all part of the celebration....
