Veterans Day was first celebrated November 11, 1919 but was called “Armistice Day”. It was honoring the end of World War 1. This was on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. All business was suspended for 2 min starting at 11 am and parades and public gathering were held. Later America began honoring unknown soldiers. It was not until 1954 that the name was changed to Veterans Day. For 7 years Veterans Day was celebrated in October. In 1968 congress moved Veterans Day to the 4th Monday in October so they could enjoy a long weekend. But in 1975 president Gerald Ford changed it back to November 11. To keep the historical meaning. The difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day is that Memorial Day celebrated in May, honors those who died in war while Veterans Day honors all American Veterans.
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