WHAT’S
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEMORIAL DAY AND VETERANS DAY?
On both Memorial Day and Veterans Day, it’s customary
to spend time remembering and honoring the countless veterans who have
served the United States throughout the country’s history. However, there
is a distinction between the two holidays:
Memorial Day commemorates
the men and women who died while in the military service of their
country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds
sustained in battle. In other words, the purpose of Memorial Day is to
memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their
country. We spend time remembering those who lost their lives and could
not come home, reflecting on their service and why we have the luxury and
freedom that we enjoy today. We might consider how we can support and safeguard
their grieving families and loved ones who are left behind.
Veterans Day is
the day set aside to thank and honor ALL who served—in wartime or
peacetime—regardless of whether they died or survived. Veterans Day is
always observed officially on November 11, regardless of the day of the week on
which it falls.
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