10 Questions
When did Veterans Day become a federal holiday in the United States?
1938
What event marked the official end of World War I?
The Treaty of Versailles
Which U.S. President proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day?
Woodrow Wilson
What was the original name for Veterans Day?
Armistice Day
In which year did the armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, occur in World War I?
1918
What was the original name for Veterans Day?
Armistice Day
Which treaty marked the official end of World War I?
Treaty of Versailles
In which year did the United States proclaim November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day?
1919
What was the date and time of the armistice in World War I?
11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month
What event led to the transformation of Armistice Day into Veterans Day?
World War II and the Korean War
Test your knowledge of Veterans Day history and significance with this quiz. Learn about the origins of the holiday and its connection to World War I, and discover why November 11 is a day of remembrance and gratitude for American veterans.
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