1. Veterans

2. What is a Veteran? Veterans are people who have served in the military in times of war or peace. Military- Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard

3. Why should we honor veterans? Many veterans have given up time with their families to help keep us safe and give us our freedom. Many veterans have fought. Many veterans have died.

4. Honoring Veterans We honor veterans on two days Memorial Day-a day we remember those who have died serving our country. May 26th Veteran’s Day-a day we honor and thank those who served in the military. November 11th

5. World War II Known as the Second World War 1939-1945 Fought in Europe and Asia Axis power against the Allied nations Nazi Germany Attack of Pearl Harbour

6. World War II Memorial For the 16 million that served in the U.S. military More than 400,000 died Opened in 2004

7. Honor Flight DFW Honor Flight is an organization that makes it possible for World War II veterans to visit the memorial.

8. Letters for our Veterans Honor Flight invites YOU to be a part of this opportunity. YOU can write a letter to a veteran thanking them.