5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Rhode Island

Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities around Rhode Island to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, both in times of war and peace.

Originally called Armistice Day, Veterans Day is always observed on Nov. 11 to reflect the signing of the armistice ending World War I at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. The observance was changed to Veterans Day in 1954 to include veterans who served in World War II and the Korean War.

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Here are some upcoming Veterans Day events you shouldn’t miss:

• North Kingstown Ceremony and Parade, Nov. 11, 9 a.m. to noon, Veterans Memorial Park
• Pawtucket Veterans Council/City of Pawtucket Veterans Day Ceremony, Nov. 11, 10-11 a.m., Pawtucket City Council Chambers
• East Greenwich Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 11, 10-11 a.m., Academy Field
• City of East Providence Veterans Day Ceremony, Nov. 11, 10-11 a.m., Garden of Flags at Veterans Memorial Park
• South Kingstown Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 11, 10-11 a.m., Holley Street