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Military Holidays There are three distinct holidays for honoring military personnel and all three are different in who they honor. Some people get confused, so let’s review them and keep it simple: Armed Forces Day 3rd Saturday in May Honors all military personnel now serving Memorial Day Last Monday in May Honors all military personnel who died while serving this nation Veterans Day November 11th Honors those who have served in the Armed Forces Many Americans and businesses try to piggy-back other things onto these holidays. For example, on Memorial Day you’ll find people coming up to veterans and saying, “Thanks for your service.” Please remember, Memorial Day isn’t about anybody’s service. Veterans cringe when they hear this as most vets have lost somebody in combat or training and that phrase, although said innocently and sincerely, is cringeworthy to most vets. It’s not about a mattress sale. It’s not about honoring first responders. It’s not about the first day of summer. Or barbecue. It’s not about anything except honoring those men and women - and the families - who made the ultimate sacrifice for this great nation! That’s it. Don’t add anything else to it. Its simple, but it’s also a somber event and there’s nothing happy about it, so please refrain from saying “Happy Memorial Day.” All three of these events are just single days, not months. So let’s give them the undivided attention each day deserves and focus on what exactly the day is set aside for…spend time with your families and share the meaning of the day with the younger members. Explain what the day is all about. There are many ways to celebrate and/or honor these folks: Visit a military cemetery on Memorial Day, a veterans home on Veterans Day, or send a care package to deployed troops on Armed Forces Day. Our organization is amazing when it comes to honoring these holidays. From placing flags on graves to setting up Missing Man tables to remember the POW-MIA personnel, we enjoy wide support! Many companies just use these days as off-days. Please share these three days with your family and friends! National Cemetery Andersonville, GA

This Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces, defending the freedoms we hold dear. It's a moment to reflect on the deep gratitude we owe to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as to acknowledge the veterans among us who have selflessly served. Across the UK, the percentage of households with a veteran living within varies by region, a testament to the breadth of service. Here’s how it breaks down by area: South West: 10.1% North East: 8.8% Wales: 8.1% East Midlands: 7.9% South East: 7.8% East Anglia: 7.0% North West: 6.9% Scotland: 6.7% West Midlands: 6.5% Yorkshire & Humber: 6.26% London: 2.8% As we observe Remembrance Day, let's take a moment to remember and thank every veteran, and those who sadly never returned, for their bravery and dedication. Each household marked here represents lives shaped by service and sacrifice, a reminder of the commitment that underpins our communities.

This Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces, defending the freedoms we hold dear. It's a moment to reflect on the deep gratitude we owe to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as to acknowledge the veterans among us who have selflessly served. Across the UK, the percentage of households with a veteran living within varies by region, a testament to the breadth of service. Here’s how it breaks down by area: • South West: 10.1% • North East: 8.8% • Wales: 8.1% • East Midlands: 7.9% • South East: 7.8% • Yorkshire & Humber: 7.5% • East Anglia: 7.0% • North West: 6.9% • Scotland: 6.7% • West Midlands: 6.5% • London: 2.8% As we observe Remembrance Day, let's take a moment to remember and thank every veteran, and those who sadly never returned, for their bravery and dedication. Each household marked here represents lives shaped by service and sacrifice, a reminder of the commitment that underpins our communities. #RemembranceSunday

Detailing 4 Here's | Honoring Heroes One Detail at a Time | The Detail Mafia | Car Bath Mobile Detailing, Arcadia. At Car Bath Mobile Detailing, we believe in giving back to those who give everything for us. That’s why I, Jerome, alongside my brothers and sisters in the Detail Mafia, proudly participate in Detailing 4 Heroes. This event brings together some of the best trained detailers in the world to provide FREE auto detailing services to our heroes: ✅ Active Duty Military & Veterans ✅ Police Officers ✅ Firefighters ✅ EMS Workers ✅ Corrections Officers ✅ Emergency Dispatchers ✅ Families of Fallen Heroes From interior cleaning to expert paint correction and long-lasting ceramic coatings, every detail is a tribute to their service and sacrifice. Why do we do it? Because heroes deserve recognition, and this is our way of saying thank you. How can you help? Share and like this post and our story to spread awareness. We’re not just about cars; we’re about community, gratitude, and making a difference. Learn more about Detailing 4 Heroes and how we’re honoring those who protect and serve. #carbathmobiledetailing #Detailing4Heroes #Military #FirstResponders #TheDetailMafia #AutoDetailingIndustry #CommunitySupport

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This Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces, defending the freedoms we hold dear. It's a moment to reflect on the deep gratitude we owe to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as to acknowledge the veterans among us who have selflessly served. Across the UK, the percentage of households with a veteran living within varies by region, a testament to the breadth of service. Here’s how it breaks down by area: • South West: 10.1% • North East: 8.8% • Wales: 8.1% • East Midlands: 7.9% • South East: 7.8% • Yorkshire & Humber: 7.5% • East Anglia: 7.0% • North West: 6.9% • Scotland: 6.7% • West Midlands: 6.5% • London: 2.8% As we observe Remembrance Day, let's take a moment to remember and thank every veteran, and those who sadly never returned, for their bravery and dedication. Each household marked here represents lives shaped by service and sacrifice, a reminder of the commitment that underpins our communities.

This Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces, defending the freedoms we hold dear. It's a moment to reflect on the deep gratitude we owe to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as to acknowledge the veterans among us who have selflessly served. Across the UK, the percentage of households with a veteran living within varies by region, a testament to the breadth of service. Here’s how it breaks down by area: • South West: 10.1% • North East: 8.8% • Wales: 8.1% • East Midlands: 7.9% • South East: 7.8% • Yorkshire & Humber: 7.5% • East Anglia: 7.0% • North West: 6.9% • Scotland: 6.7% • West Midlands: 6.5% • London: 2.8% As we observe Remembrance Day, let's take a moment to remember and thank every veteran, and those who sadly never returned, for their bravery and dedication. Each household marked here represents lives shaped by service and sacrifice, a reminder of the commitment that underpins our communities.

This Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces, defending the freedoms we hold dear. It's a moment to reflect on the deep gratitude we owe to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as to acknowledge the veterans among us who have selflessly served. Across the UK, the percentage of households with a veteran living within varies by region, a testament to the breadth of service. Here’s how it breaks down by area: • South West: 10.1% • North East: 8.8% • Wales: 8.1% • East Midlands: 7.9% • South East: 7.8% • Yorkshire & Humber: 7.5% • East Anglia: 7.0% • North West: 6.9% • Scotland: 6.7% • West Midlands: 6.5% • London: 2.8% As we observe Remembrance Day, let's take a moment to remember and thank every veteran, and those who sadly never returned, for their bravery and dedication. Each household marked here represents lives shaped by service and sacrifice, a reminder of the commitment that underpins our communities.

This Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces, defending the freedoms we hold dear. It's a moment to reflect on the deep gratitude we owe to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as to acknowledge the veterans among us who have selflessly served. Across the UK, the percentage of households with a veteran living within varies by region, a testament to the breadth of service. Here’s how it breaks down by area: • South West: 10.1% • North East: 8.8% • Wales: 8.1% • East Midlands: 7.9% • South East: 7.8% • Yorkshire & Humber: 7.5% • East Anglia: 7.0% • North West: 6.9% • Scotland: 6.7% • West Midlands: 6.5% • London: 2.8% As we observe Remembrance Day, let's take a moment to remember and thank every veteran, and those who sadly never returned, for their bravery and dedication. Each household marked here represents lives shaped by service and sacrifice, a reminder of the commitment that underpins our communities.

From Brother Roo…🙏🏼😔🫡🫡🫡🫡🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🫵 We veterans do take this very seriously: Here's some ground rules for this weekend: 1. Don't wish me a Happy Memorial Day! There is nothing happy about brave men and women dying. 2. It's not a holiday, it's a remembrance. 3. If you want to know the true meaning, visit Arlington or your local VA or local Veterans Cemetery. 4. Don't talk to me how great any one political power is. Talk to me about Eugene Ashley, Brian Bucher, Nate Chapman, John Levitow, Jon Mills, Mitch Nelson, Chris Kyle, Neil Roberts, John Chapman, Robert Miller and countless other of our Special Forces heroes too numerous to name who made the ultimate sacrifice. Attend a Bell Ceremony, Roll Call or any other type and shed some tears. 5. Don't tell me I don't know what I am talking about, I have carried the burden all too many times for Warriors who now stand their post with God. 6. Remember the Fallen for all the Good they did while they were here. 7. Reach out and let a Vet know you're there, we're losing too many in "peace". One more thing, as a Veteran, when you come together, when you have that BBQ, before you eat, circle up and say a prayer. Raise a glass to your Brothers and Sisters that are gone. Then you don't say a word. After that, eat and enjoy each others company.