Veterans Day, originally recognized as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, marked the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress soon passed a resolution for annual observance in 1926, and by 1938, Veterans Day became a national holiday. Unlike Memorial Day, which honors those who gave their lives in service, Veterans Day is a time to honor all American veterans, especially the living men and women who have served our country honorably in both war and peace.