SHARE WITH US YOUR VETERANS DAY PLANS

We’re looking for possible events to cover that day; national also has prepared a speech for posts to use during their ceremonies and commemorations.

Photo by Hilary Ott/The American Legion

Veterans Day, Nov. 11, is the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I in 1918, and today a holiday to honor all veterans. American Legion posts, districts and departments observe Veterans Day by participating in or hosting parades, luncheons, ceremonies and more.

With Veterans Day about a month away, many American Legion posts are well into planning for various ceremonies and events. Once again, The American Legion National Media & Communications Division is looking for potential coverage opportunities.

If your post or district is hosting, sponsoring or participating in a Veterans Day event, please share it with us at Department on our online form or by email.

You can also email National at sbrooks@legion.org with details that include the time, date, location and what the event will entail. We’ll be looking for events to cover in person; other events may be featured in an advance Veterans Day story and follow-up after the events have concluded.

Posts and districts are also encouraged to share stories and photos of their Veterans Day events on Legiontown.

National Headquarters staff also is preparing a guideline Veterans Day speech that will be available for download. Check for announcements regarding the availability of the speech, which is only a guide. Posts are encouraged to tailor it to their respective ceremony or event.