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Old November 11th 03, 07:43 PM
redc1c4
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John Mullen wrote:

"redc1c4" wrote in message
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T3 wrote:

Happy Veterans Day to all of those who served this country(USA) so we

can
enjoy our life, liberty and pursuit of happiness....May God Bless you

all.

you forgot our Allies, who also celebrate this day for the same reasons.

redc1c4,
Thanks Guys!


In the UK it's known as Armistice Day. The date was chosen as the
anniversary of the Armistice that ended the fighting on the Western Front in
WW1.

John


it used to be Armistice day here also, but as you well know,
we can't leave things alone.

redc1c4,
"on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month...."
--
"Enlisted men are stupid, but extremely cunning and sly, and bear
considerable watching."

Army Officer's Guide