E10 What is Veteran's Day? The History and How It Is Celebrated

🎖️ This week on the Learn English Podcast, we're diving into an important American holiday - Veterans Day. Celebrated every November 11th, this day is important for the United States and its citizens. But have you ever wondered why this day is celebrated every year on November 11th? We’ll discuss into the history behind it, how Americans celebrate, and the special meaning it holds for people across the country.

🇺🇸 First, we’ll explore the origins of Veterans Day, going all the way back to World War I. You’ll learn how the signing of the armistice on November 11, 1918, marked the end of the war and why that date became so significant. In addition to its history, we’ll talk about how Veterans Day is celebrated today. From parades and speeches to special banners recognizing local veterans, this holiday is a time when communities come together to honor the brave individuals who have served.

⭐ Understanding these cultural practices will help you become more familiar with life in the United States and the importance of Veterans Day to American society. Practice your listening skills and gain a greater appreciation of its significance in American culture. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tune in to more of our podcast episodes for engaging insights into cultural events and traditions.

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📝 Vocabulary List:

1) veteran: a person who has served in the armed forces

2) commemorate: to remember or celebrate something officially

3) truce: an agreement to stop fighting for a time

4) federal holiday: a holiday observed by the federal government of the United States

5) military cemetery: a cemetery where only veterans are buried

6) Sacrifice: the act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else

7) Patriotic: having or expressing devotion to one's country

8) Hesitant: reluctant, unsure, or unwilling to take action

9) Decimated: to destroy or kill a large proportion of

10) Proclaim: To declare something officially or publicly.