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Many of us have heard the term, “Veteran’s Day,” but may not know the origin of the national holiday. This day was originally set to honor the end of the Great War, which took place on November 11, 1918, and was called, “Armistice Day.” In 1954, after going through World War II and the Korean War, the 83rd U.S. Congress amended the Act of 1938 and exchanged “Armistice” for “Veterans.” This day became a day to not only celebrate Americans in World War I, but in every war since then. Celebrate and share your patriotism at various events throughout the Lakeland area. The Press-Citizen would like to extend sincere appreciation to all of the men and women, past and present, who have served to defend America’s ideals of freedom, justice and equality.

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