--- title: Saluting Our Veterans description: Honor our veterans on Veterans Day today! Learn about the history of Veterans Day & how to show appreciation. Discover CertaSite's support for veterans. image: https://www.certasitepro.com/hubfs/iStock-1398848398.jpg --- [Back to all](https://www.certasitepro.com/news) # [Saluting Our Veterans](https://www.certasitepro.com/news/saluting-our-veterans) Nov 10, 2023 / Written by [CertaSite Editor](https://www.certasitepro.com/news/author/certasite-editor) ![iStock-1398848398](https://www.certasitepro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1398848398.jpg?width=300&height=200&name=iStock-1398848398.jpg) Tomorrow is Veterans Day, and as such, CertaSite would like to take time to remember the individuals who have protected our rights and freedoms, sacrificing their time and in some cases their lives serving the United States. # History of Veterans Day Veterans Day is celebrated every year on [Nov. 11](https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day/) to commemorate the end of World War 1 on Nov. 11, 1918. In 1926, Congress passed a resolution for an annual observance of the day, and it became a national holiday in 1938. In 1954, after World War II required the largest mobilization of servicemen and American troops battled in the Korean War, Armistice Day became Veterans Day at the urging of several Veterans organizations. First designated Armistice Day, Veterans Day ## Show Your Appreciation There are several things you can do to honor veterans not only today, but year-round. - If you know or see a veteran, shake their hand, and express your gratitude. - If you see a veteran while you’re out, offer to pay for their meal or coffee. - You can [volunteer or donate to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs](https://www.va.gov/indiana-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/). ## CertaSite and Veterans ![IMG_8367](https://www.certasitepro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_8367.jpg?width=275&height=207&name=IMG_8367.jpg)For several years, CertaSite has been a proud supporter of the Disabled Veteran’s Freedom Hunt at Fort Custer Training Center. The Disabled Veteran’s Freedom Hunt brings together disabled veterans for a few days of deer hunts, homemade meals, and time spent sharing stories and reminiscing together. CertaSite is proud and honored to be able to support this amazing event each year. Veterans are all around us. Many go on to other careers after their time in the military. At CertaSite, many of our employees are veterans, and we are honored to work with them side-by-side. Let’s recognize some of our veterans here at CertaSite. # **Jeff Wyatt, CEO** Jeff is a veteran of the United States Navy, serving our country as an interior communications electrician. Jeff served on the USS John Marshall SSN 611 submarine from 1986 to 1989 and received the sea service award, good conduct medal and received a letter of commendation during one of the deployments to the Mediterranean Sea. 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