I also direct the appropriate officials of the Government to arrange for the display of the flag of the United States on all public buildings on Veterans Day.” “On that day let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain. He called upon all American citizens to observe November 11 as Veterans Day and said Eisenhower acknowledged there had been two other conflicts since 1926 (World War II and the Korean War), and changed the name of the holiday to Veterans Day. In 1938 Congress passed an act that named the day Armistice Day and made it a legal holiday. In 1926 Congress declared November 11 as the date to celebrate the anniversary of the end of World War I. Be sure to let them know the VFW Auxiliary recognizes and appreciates their sacrifice! There are many other ways to say “thank you” to military families. Examples include gift certificates for miniature golf outings, laser tag, trampoline parks, swimming pool passes, etc. Giving an experience gift the entire family can enjoy.Preparing a home-cooked meal and delivering it to the family.Raking leaves/shoveling snow/completing minor home repairs, etc.Hosting a family game or movie night at the Post or local community center.Gifting them a gas station and/or grocery store gift card.(Ex.: ask a child what their parent’s service means to the child, etc.) Asking military families what their family members’ service means to them. ![]() Start asking and find out what they really need. ![]() Asking what they need we often assume what others need.Listening when they need to share a laugh or a tear. ![]() Announcing National Military Family Month at your Auxiliary meeting and recognizing any active-duty and reserve families in your Auxiliary and Post.There are many ways to recognize military families, including: We all know Veterans Day is in November, but did you know November is also National Military Family Month? It’s an excellent opportunity to pay special attention to the families who sacrifice time with their loved ones so we many enjoy our freedoms we hold dear. National Military Family Month, Veterans Day and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
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