November 11.. Veterans' Day... was originally designated to honor veterans from WWI. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first Armistice Day for November 11, 1919. The holiday officially became celebrated as Armistice Day in 1938 and in 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the law to make the holiday honor Veterans of all wars. The above photo shows drawings of Greensboro elementary school students. Their collective effort reminds us that patriotism and appreciation for the servicemen who fight to defend our freedom starts young. May we all reflect on this day, regardless national origin and hope that the world may all find a way to live in peace.
Amen!
Posted by: Bill B. | Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 08:21 AM
That is great find. Kids are so creative - it is wonderful when their creativity is channeled into a good direction.
Posted by: Ellie | Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 11:05 AM