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| What is the Medal of Honor? | |
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"The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States. Generally presented to its recipient by the President of the United States of America in the name of Congress, it is often called the Congressional Medal of Honor." Source: Congressional Medal of Honor Society - http://www.cmohs.org/ |
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| Do veterans or non-veterans vote more? | |
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In the 2009 presidential election, 71 percent of veterans voted compared to 63% of people who were not veterans. Source: The History Channel - Veterans Day - http://www.history.com/content/veteransday/veterans-day-facts |
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What states have the most veterans? |
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Five states had one million or more veterans as of 2008:
Source: The History Channel - Veterans Day - http://www.history.com/content/veteransday/veterans-day-facts |
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| What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day? | |
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Memorial Day honors those who lost their lives while serving their country. Veterans Day celebrates the men and women who serve the military during war or peace. Source: Military.com - http://www.military.com/veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day.htm |
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| Where can teachers find downloadable items and posters for Veterans Days? | |
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The Department of Veterans Affairs offers a school kit for teachers: Source: United States Department of Veterans Affairs - http://www.va.gov/ |
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