Veterans Day is a national holiday in the United States that honors all veterans, living and deceased, for their service to the country. It is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the United States military – in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty.