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英语文摘:Americans Observe Veterans Day

Source:    2012-11-12   English BBS   Favorite  

November 11 is Veterans Day in the U.S. - a federal holiday to honor all military personnel who have served the U.S. in all wars.

This is the first Veterans Day since the last U.S. troops left Iraq in December.  The holiday this year is also a chance for Americans to thank the rapidly shrinking population of World War II veterans. 

The U.S. president places a wreath every Veterans Day at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery.

Communities across America traditionally hold Veterans Day observances and ceremonies.  Federal offices will be closed Monday in recognition of the holiday.

Britain honored its war dead Sunday - Remembrance Day - with a moment of silence at 11 a.m., local time.


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