How to properly communicate with veterans on these 3 holidays

Be careful when thanking veterans for their service, especially on this particular May holiday

There are 3 holidays that honor veterans during the calendar year. Armed Forces Day, Veterans Day, and Memorial Day.

Veteran Reflections

Seven years ago, I published my first article on LinkedIn. Prior to retiring from the Navy, I wanted to share my thoughts from a recruiter’s perspective. Especially when it comes to the 3 holidays each year for veterans, and how civilians should communicate with them as a result.

How to absolutely not thank a veteran this Memorial Day

Today, November 11, 2023, is Veterans Day. Which recognizes and honors all veterans who currently serve, and or were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions. Even active duty veterans themselves may be uninformed when it comes to these 3 holidays but today I want to make sure you know the difference!

On Aug. 31, 1949, Defense Secretary Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy, and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the armed forces under…