This Saturday is Veterans Day and Mission Bay would like to honor and thank all service members that have served this great nation. Here is some history and facts about Veterans Day and what’s going on around the Lake of the Ozarks this weekend.
The History
In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in World War I. One year later, in November 1919, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. The day’s observation included parades and public gatherings, as well as a brief pause in schools and businesses at 11 am.
In 1954, after lobbying efforts by veterans’ service organizations, the 83rd U.S. Congress amended the 1938 act that had made Armistice Day a holiday – they had changed the word “Armistice” in favor of “Veterans”. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the legislation on June 1, 1954. From that day forward, November 11 became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.
Facts about Veterans in the United States
- According to the most recent statistics, there are 18.5 million veterans in the United States
- Only 50% of returning veterans who need mental health treatment will receive services.
- It is estimated that 1/3 of adult homeless men and nearly ¼ of all homeless adults have served in the armed forces.
- 20% of the veterans who served in either Iraq or Afghanistan suffer from either major depression or PTSD. 19.5% of veterans in these two categories have experienced a traumatic brain injury.
Events in the Community on November 11th
- 4th Annual Veterans Day Parade - Osage Beach City Hall to Lake of the Ozarks Elks Lodge Come out and support our veterans! Food and beverages will be available at Elks Lodge. Everyone is welcome!
- HyVee will honor all veterans and active military with a free breakfast buffet from 7-11 am.
- American Legion Zack Wheat Post 624 in Sunrise Beach will be providing a free breakfast from 7-10:30 am for Veterans, Firefighters, Police Officers, and EMTs.
- Show your military ID and enjoy a complimentary meal at RJ’s Family Restaurant West Highway 54 in Camdenton.
Mission Bay encourages you to take the time to thank all Veterans, Active Military, and their families for the sacrifices they make for our country.
Be sure to stop by our year-round residential development at the Lake of the Ozarks. Mission Bay offers gorgeous Lake view and lakefront homes at the Lake of the Ozarks. Mission Bay is conveniently located on Twin Rivers Road off Highway 5 in Greenview MO. Stop by and see us today!
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