Veterans

What is a Veteran?

• Veterans are people who have served in the military in times of war or peace.

• Military- Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard

Why should we honor veterans?

• Many veterans have given up time with their families to help keep us safe and give us our freedom.

• Many veterans have fought.

• Many veterans have died.

Honoring Veterans

• We honor veterans on two days

• Memorial Day-a day we remember those who have died serving our country. May 26th

• Veteran’s Day-a day we honor and thank those who served in the military.

November 11th

World War II

• Known as the Second World War• 1939-1945• Fought in Europe and Asia• Axis power against the Allied nations• Nazi Germany• Attack of Pearl Harbour

World War II Memorial

• For the 16 million that served in the U.S. military

• More than 400,000 died• Opened in 2004

Honor Flight DFW

• Honor Flight is an organization that makes it possible for World War II veterans to visit the memorial.

Letters for our Veterans

• Honor Flight invites YOU to be a part of this opportunity.

YOU can write a letter to a veteran thanking them.