These 12 restaurants are offering discounts on Veterans Day
Dozens of companies across the U.S. are offering freebies and discounts to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day.
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Veterans Day and Memorial Day both honor those who've served. Here's how they differ
The two federal holidays recognize members of the U.S. military, but have their origins in two different wars and were created to celebrate different segments of the veterans community.
Visitors allowed on Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Plaza for the first time in a century
While ceremonies are held at the tomb almost every day, this is the first time since its creation in 1921 that members of the public have been allowed to walk on the plaza to pay their respects.
Remembering The 1st Veterans Memorialized By Veterans Day
Many Americans may have forgotten that Veterans Day began as a commemoration of World War I veterans. NPR's Kathleen Rushlow remembers her grandfather, who served in the 12th Machine Gun Battalion.
Collaboration Brings Veterans' Stories To New Audience
A performance this weekend is capturing the stories of veterans.
Columbus, Ohio, Is Not Observing Columbus Day This Year
Columbus had not previously observed Veterans Day as a city holiday. But putting its namesake's holiday on the back burner, it can change that.
No Veterans Day Military Parade This Year; DOD Looking At Dates In 2019
The procession through Washington, D.C., requested by President Trump and set for November, has been delayed. Reports estimated its cost at $92 million, although the defense secretary scoffs at that.
Vice President Pence Speaks At Arlington On 64th Observance Of Veterans Day
Pence, both the father and son of servicemen, delivered a speech that was by turns conventional and surprisingly personal.
Don't Say 'Thank You For Your Service' This Monday
Memorial Day is specifically to honor those who died in military service. One vet says he'd prefer people say, "I hope you're having a meaningful day." The holiday's history dates to the Civil War.
Parades, Memories And Appreciation: Veterans Day 2016
A sampling of Veterans Day stories from NPR and its member stations hints at the breadth of the military community, and the wide range of veterans' experiences.