1. Armistice Day: November 11, 1918, marked the end of World War I. It was originally called Armistice Day to commemorate the signing of the armistice between the Allies and Germany. In 1926, Congress passed a resolution to officially recognize Armistice Day as a holiday.

2. Renaming of Armistice Day: In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a bill into law officially changing Armistice Day to Veterans Day. This new holiday honored all veterans of all U.S. wars.

3. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: On November 11, 1921, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was dedicated at Arlington National Cemetery. The tomb represents all of the American soldiers who died in World War I whose bodies were never identified. Today, the tomb also honors unknown soldiers from other wars.

4. Parade of Colors: On November 11, 1984, the first Parade of Colors was held in Washington, D.C. Veterans from all branches of the military, dressed in their full uniforms, marched down Constitution Avenue to honor all those who served in the U.S. military.

5. Smithsonian Opens National Museum of the American Indian: On November 11, 2004, the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian opened in Washington, D.C. This museum is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of the Native American culture and history.