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World War I began
Over 4 million American soldiers went to war overseas. -
Armistice Signed to end WWI
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President Woodrow Wilson declares November 11 as Armistice Day
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Armistice Day become a federal holiday
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WWII begins in Europe
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US enters WWII
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WWII peace agreement - soldiers come home
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US enters conflict in Korea
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Armistice ends the Korean War?
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President Dwight Eisenhower changes the name of Armistice Day to Veterans Day to honor the veterans of all the US wars.
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Uncle Bill joined the Air Force
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Today, Uncle Bill is coming home from his time in foreign countries while serving in the Air Force.
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We celebrate today with special ceremonies, parades, and visits to war memorials.
