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3 Great ways to honor the veteran in your life

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Zoe Romanowsky - published on 11/11/22
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If you have a veteran in your life, check out these simple but special ways to honor them and their sacrifices.

November 11 is Veterans Day in the United States (Remembrance Day in Canada), a day we remember and honor all those who have served in the military. Veterans Day began in 1919 as “Armistice Day,” which marked the signing of the agreement between Germany and the Allies to end World War I.  

If there’s a Veteran in your life, here are a few ways to honor them today…

Visit a church or sacred shrine together

What better way to mark the day than to attend Mass together or spend time in prayer at a historic church or shrine in your area. Light a candle or say a special prayer for those who have sacrificed so much for their country. Check out a long list of Catholic shrines across the nation here.

Enjoy a coffee or meal out together

Many chains offer free meals and drinks to veterans today, including Starbucks, Dunkin', Applebee's, and Olive Garden. So enjoy a little time out together and save.

Share with them the new lifetime pass to the National Parks!

“We have a sacred obligation to America’s veterans. This new lifetime pass is a small demonstration of our nation’s gratitude and support for those who have selflessly served in the U.S. Armed Forces,” said Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, whose father served during the Vietnam War.

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