Do you see it as a day to honor all persons that served in the military (both wartime and peacetime), or just those that served during wartime?
2007-11-09 01:36:19 · 20 answers · asked by Mutt 7 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
I absolutely agree with what most of you are saying. I believe it is to honor ALL veterans.
I just wanted to ask because I hear some people talk about Veterans Days in a way that implies (at least to me) that it is only for wartime veterans.
I'm a peacetime veteran myself (U.S. Navy, 1985 - 1990), and just wanted to see what others thought.
2007-11-09 01:56:44 · update #1
It should be everything you said. Unfortunately, for most Americans, it is simply a day off work.
2007-11-09 01:39:56 · answer #1 · answered by Henpecked 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
To me it is a day to appreciate the courage and strength of the men and women who put their lives on the line, postpone their lives and wear a uniform to keep me safe. Once someone signs that piece of paper they become someone I appreciate and honor. Sometimes people need "wartime" to recognize these heros but they should be honored all the time and not only on Veterans Day. But on this day I also think about military families. They are left behind and have so much strength to handle everyday life with out their loved ones. They worry and have emence pride for the hero in their family. I applaud every person who is in the military, whether sitting at a desk her in the US or fighting overseas or retired and all the people sho give them the strength to do so. They truly are amazing human beings!
2007-11-09 02:30:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A peacetime veteran is no less a veteran than a wartime veteran.
I find it strange that a peacetime veteran should be shamed for his service by other veterans and wartime veterans shamed by anyone who refused to serve as if either of them had some control over their fate.
Bizarre phenomenon.
2007-11-09 01:42:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
On my own opinion,i guess it's to commemorate all the Military Allied Forces who serves their country at their outmost regards not only during wartime thou it's the tremendous act that this veterans done for their country. Military Men and woman who have serve the coutry with all their life should be considered.
2007-11-09 15:36:32 · answer #4 · answered by kugay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a Veteran and I appreciate what all of you have to say
concerning those who served, those who are serving, and all those who will be serving at some time in the future.
I served during The Vietnam War in The Navy.
2007-11-09 01:47:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
All those who have served our country in the armed forces are veterans, whether in wartime or peacetime. They have all worked to keep us safe and I appreciate all of them.
2007-11-09 01:39:19 · answer #6 · answered by Leah 6 · 7⤊ 0⤋
It means a lot to me. I am retired U S Air Force. I want to thank all of those who served before me and those who served after me. Peace or War these brave young man and women have put their believe in America and the Constitution above all else. Would you risk death to save the live of a guy you met five minutes ago? In this world peace sometimes means the absence of war. The cold war was peace time. However, we would not have won if the military was not ready, willing, and able to fight the enemy. The military does not want to go to war, they would rather train. It is governments who start and end wars, not the soldier. Remember they are the first and last ones to be killed in battle. They deserve your appreciation in peace and in war.
2007-11-09 01:45:26 · answer #7 · answered by ? 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
We honor all that served in my house.
In the church we attend, we hold a tribute to all service persons. They are brought before the congregation with an honor guard. They are mentioned each by name and the branch of the military they served in, but never where and when they served.
Because this is a Baptist church we attend, a spontaneous pot-luck erupts shortly after the service.
2007-11-09 01:44:14 · answer #8 · answered by ROIHUNTER 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Veterans Day is a day to honor ALL those who have served this country in both wartime and peacetime. It is a day to remember those who believed in this country, its people, and the values upon which it is based enough to offer their lives to protect those gifts. Those men and women should be honored and respected for what they have given to each one of us, this country and the world. That is what Veterans Day is.
EDIT: To William B., thanks for your service, and to all the other vets who have answered here, thank you and your families for your service. It is because of your sacrifice that we have this forum here to feeblly attempt to show our thanks and appreciation for your sacrifice.
2007-11-09 01:43:23 · answer #9 · answered by Michael H 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
All who served--you should get a government required day off of work too. I know too many people that served and have to go work a 12 hour day on Veteran's Day. It just doesn't seem right.
2007-11-09 01:42:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Honoring our military in all branches who have served so we can enjoy the freedom we have. Without them doing this, I could not live my life as I choose. Veterans I salute you not only on Veterans Day, but every day. Thanks so much!
2016-05-28 22:32:35 · answer #11 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋