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  2. National Vietnam War Veterans Day - Wikipedia

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    March 29 was chosen as National Vietnam War Veterans Day because on March 29, 1973, Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) was disbanded and the last U.S. combat troops departed the Republic of Vietnam. The last unit was elements of MACV's Infantry Security Force (Special Guard), actually special couriers. [citation needed]

  3. When is Veterans Day 2023, why and how we observe it ... - AOL

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    Veterans Day is Nov. 11, 2023. If you need a refresher, here's everything to know about the origins of the holiday and how to observe it.

  4. Veterans Day - Wikipedia

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    Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. [b][1][2] It began, and now coincides with other holidays, including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which are commemorated in other countries, marking ...

  5. List of observances in the United States by presidential ...

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    February 15: Susan B. Anthony Day. March 10: Harriet Tubman Day. March 19: National Day of Honor [5] March 25: Greek Independence Day [6] March 29: National Vietnam War Veterans Day [7][8] March 31: Cesar Chavez Day [9] March 31: Transgender Day of Visibility [10] April 6: National Tartan Day.

  6. When is Veterans Day in 2023? Why we celebrate and what's ...

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    Since Veterans Day falls on a Saturday, schools like Jefferson County Public Schools will remain open. However, they will have Monday, Nov. 7 off for the Kentucky General Election. Garbage pickup

  7. When is Veterans Day 2023? A look back at the history of ...

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    The origins of what we know as Veterans Day date back to World War I, or The Great War, when the Allied nations and Germany agreed to an armistice or a truce to end the hostilities. The war ...

  8. List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Vietnam War

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    Chu Pa Region, Pleiku province. February 9, 1969 – February 11, 1969. For saving many lives as a medic during a number of vicious firefights. Second conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor. Dwight W. Birdwell. Army. Specialist Five. Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Saigon. January 31, 1968.

  9. Here's a guide to 2023 Veterans Day events and programs in ...

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    The Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Drive NW, will hold a Veterans Day Event & Expo on Saturday to honor military veterans by offering free admission and parking to all U.S. service ...