Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11. The restoration of the observance of Veterans Day to November 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date but also helps focus attention on the important purpose of Veterans Day: a celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
On this Veteran's Day, we are reminded of the sacrifice and honor our Veterans have given America for over two centuries. We express much gratitude, respect and appreciation to, and pride for, the men and women who have served, and continue to serve in the United States and Canada during times of war, and peace. We thank you for the sacrifices you have made and continue to make on the altars of Freedom, Justice and Liberty, in all their forms. Tell a Veteran or Active Duty member how much you appreciate their service.
Greek American Women in the Uniformed Services
Today we remember all veterans, especially female veterans! What better way to celebrate than to visit the Women in Military Service Memorial (online or in person) in Washington, D.C. at the entrance of Arlington Cemetery.
The Women’s Military Memorial shares about women service members, both through their interactive online registration and their “world class collection”.
The HerStory shares the “lived experiences of women veterans” and you can follow them through their Memorial’s YouTube channel to learn more about many of the women veterans. Take time to check out their website this Veteran’s Day (www.womensmemorial.org) and register about your dedicated service in the uniformed services. They also launched the Oral History Program in 2000 to hear the personal stories of veterans and active-duty service women from all branches from World War I to the present.
So, as we honor the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier this month (two women have served as honor guards), take time to honor our fellow Greek American Women in the Uniformed Services and all our fellow veterans in our Daughters of Penelope Sisterhood (Project Recognize) that began in 2014.
Thank you, Sisters/Veterans, for you dedicated service to our grateful Nation today.
Love in Theta Pi,
Kathy L. Matrakas, CAPT, USPHS, (Retired) & Dolly (Darlene) Vatikiotis, CDR, US Navy (Retired)Co-Chairs, Greek American Women in the Uniformed Services
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