Posted by Rick Taylor on Oct 30, 2020
Per the United States Census Bureau:
 
Veterans day originated as "Armistice Day" on November 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and November 11th became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars. The day honors military veterans with parades and speeches across the nation. A national ceremony takes place at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
 
THANK YOU to the following Canton Rotarians who have served in the U.S. Military:
 
  • Anthony Bertin
  • Jim Blake
  • Chris Burt
  • Bob Carr
  • Dave Ewing
  • Paul Feaser
  • Dave Hursh
  • Bill Liber
  • Bill Luntz
  • Joe Niamtu
  • Jerry Ortman
  • Bob Pattison
  • Ernie Schott
  • Chuck Smith
  • Don Sultzbach
  • Pete Taflan
  • John Werren
  • Paul White
  • Harold Ziegler
Recognition for these members will be held during the November 6th meeting.