Veterans Day 2017

Veterans Day is this Saturday, November 11^th and your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company would like to take a moment to give thanks to the veterans that have proudly served this great nation. Without their service and sacrifice, we would not be able to enjoy our freedoms.

The History of Veterans Day

In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in World War I. The following year it was commemorated in many countries as Armistice Day. November 11 became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938. Armistice Day became legally known as Veterans Day after World War II and the Korean War.

The Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, and it marked the official end of World War I. However, the armistice date of November 11, 1918, marked the end of the conflict for many people. One year later, in November 1919, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. The day’s observation included parades and public gatherings, as well as a brief pause in schools and businesses at 11 am.

On June 4, 1926, Congress passed a resolution that the “recurring anniversary of [November 11, 1918] should be commemorated with thanksgiving and prayer and exercises designed to perpetuate peace through good will and mutual understanding between nations”. And that the president should issue an annual proclamation calling for the observance of Armistice Day.

From Armistice Day to Veterans Day

During World War II, American effort saw the greatest mobilization of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force in the nation’s history. In 1954, after lobbying efforts by veterans’ service organizations, the 83rd U.S. Congress amended the 1938 act that had made Armistice Day a holiday – they had changed the word “Armistice” in favor of “Veterans”. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the legislation on June 1, 1954. From that day forward, November 11 became a day to home American veterans of all wars.

In the United States, an official wreath-laying ceremony is held each Veterans Day at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery, while parades and other celebrations are held across the country.  Veterans Day is not to be confused with Memorial Day – a common misunderstanding, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Memorial Day honors the American servicemembers who have died in service to their country or because of injuries incurred during battle. Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans – living or dead – but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime.

Veterans Day Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

Veterans Day Parade

November 11, 2017

Osage Beach City Hall to Lake of the Ozarks Elks Lodge

Come out and support our veterans!

4^th Annual Veterans Day Parade. Food and beverages will be available at Elks Lodge. Everyone is welcome!

Veterans Patriotic Art Exhibit
November 5, 2017 – November 11, 2017
Lake Ozarks Christian Church
1560 Bagnell Dam Blvd
Lake Ozark, MO, 65049

The 3rd Annual Veterans Patriotic Art Show will be held beginning on 11/5/17 at the Lake Ozark Christian Church with daily viewing available from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. thru 11/11/17. The Award Ceremony & Reception will be held at 2:00 p.m. on 11/11/17.

Happy Veterans Day From A B Pest Control & Insulation

At A B Pest Control & Insulation, we want to thank everyone who has served or is serving our country. To show your support for our veterans, make sure you come out to the Veterans Day Parade this weekend!

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