On November 11 each year, the nation recognizes Veterans Day and all who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This holiday began in 1919, as a remembrance of the Armistice that ended World War I on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month exactly one year earlier.
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Do you know the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day? Memorial Day honors and remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country, while Veterans Day honors all who have served. Two days with distinct purposes, both providing an opportunity to remember and recognize those who served our nation.
¿Conoces la diferencia entre el Día de los Caídos y el Día de los Veteranos? El Día de los Caídos honra y recuerda a quienes hicieron el máximo sacrificio al servir a nuestro país, mientras que el Día de los Veteranos honra a todas las personas que han servido. Son dos días con propósitos distintos, pero ambos nos brindan la oportunidad de recordar y reconocer a quienes sirvieron a nuestra nación.
Alt text: CalVet Veterans Day poster reading "Veterans Day Nov 11 2026 - 80 Years (1946 - 2026) - Connected, Protected, Respected" with large numbers featuring California poppies, the State Capitol, and a bear.
Alt text: CalVet logo, poppies, and text that says “1.5 million veterans call California home. We’re here for every one of you.”
Alt text: CalVet logo, military service member, and text that says “150K women veterans call California home. They are our family members, friends, business owners, professionals, community leaders, and advocates.”
Alt text: A World War II veteran wearing an 84th Infantry Division hat. Text reads: "3,414 WWII veterans call California home. The golden state leads the nation in World War II veterans. We honor their service.”