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Veteran's Day (formerly Armistice Day), November 11th:
This is a day to honor our nations Veterans.
It is not a day of mourning, but a day of celebration and honor.
Therefore, it is not a day of half staff. Citizens are encouraged to fly POW/MIA flags and flags of the Military Branches on this day to show support to our Veterans.
Veterans Day is an annual American holiday honoring military veterans.
Both a federal holiday and a state holiday in all states, it is usually observed on November 11. However, if it occurs on a Sunday then the following Monday is designated for holiday leave, and if it occurs Saturday then either Saturday or Friday may be so designated.
It is also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the world, falling on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. (Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 with the German signing of the Armistice.)
U.S. President Woodrow Wilson first proclaimed an Armistice Day for November 11, 1919. The United States Congress passed a concurrent resolution seven years later on June 4, 1926, requesting the President issue another proclamation to observe November 11 with appropriate ceremonies. An Act (52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a) approved May 13, 1938, made the 11th of November in each year a legal holiday; "a day to be dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as 'Armistice Day'.
In 1953, Al King had the idea to celebrate all veterans, not just those who served in World War I. So he began his campaign to turn Armistice Day into "All" Veterans Day. King was an Emporia (KS) shoe store owner actively involved with the American War Dads during World War II. King had promoted his notion so much that the Emporia Chamber of Commerce decided to get involved. With the help of then-U.S. Rep. Ed Rees, also from Emporia, a bill for the holiday was pushed through Congress. President Dwight Eisenhower signed it into law on May 26, 1954.
Congress amended this act on November 8, 1954, by replacing "Armistice" with Veterans and it has been known as Veterans Day since.
Veteran comes from originally meaning a person of long experience or skill. Derived from the latin term veteranus, after the American Revolution the word veteran came to be associated specifically with former soldier of old age who had fought for independence. As time went on veteran was used to describe any former member of the armed forces or a person who had served in the military.
Veterans Day is not to be confused with Memorial Day--a common misunderstanding, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Memorial Day (the fourth Monday in May) honors American service members who died in service to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle, while Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans--living or dead--but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime.
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Who are the
'GBS Sexagenarians'
"The Class with Class"
~Brad Sussman
Search for Our 1978 Class Web Site
and type in a Search of:
'GBS Sexagenarians'
it pulls up the
Search Assist information
AND
It hits the proverbial nail on the head
or
The Epitome of what the
Class of 1978 Website is all about!
The 'BIG 50' is in LESS than 2 Years!
No, it doesn't pull up anything about SEX
This is what 'Search Assist' says;
Search Assist
GBS refers to the Glenbrook South High School Class of 1978, often called the "Sexagenarians," as they are now in their sixties.
This group focuses on reconnecting with classmates and sharing memories from their school years.
Overview of GBS Sexagenarians
The term "GBS Sexagenarians" refers to the alumni of Glenbrook South High School's Class of 1978, who are now in their sixties.
This group is often involved in reunions and alumni activities.
Alumni Activities
Reunions: The Class of 1978 organizes events, including milestone reunions like the
'BIG 50' celebration!
Communication: Alumni can stay connected through a dedicated website, which provides updates and information about events.
Missing Alumni Outreach:
The class actively seeks to reconnect with missing members.
Alumni are encouraged to share contact information to help locate those who have not been in touch.
Purpose of the Group
Community: The focus is on maintaining friendships and sharing memories from high school years.
Support: The group emphasizes caring for classmates and their families, fostering a sense of community among alumni.
This network serves as a platform for reminiscing and celebrating shared experiences from their time at Glenbrook South High School.
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