Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary marking the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and November 11th became a national holiday beginning in 1938.
President Biden's 2024 Proclamation on Veterans Day
There were an estimated 17,921 million veterans in 2024. More than 800,000 veterans and military retirees, active-duty personnel, reservists, and National Guard members reside in Ohio. This guide provides information on legal resources that can be used to research veteran's issues.
