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USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor in Honolulu on Oahu, Hawaii; from the stern of a shuttle launch. Veterans Day in the USA is observed on November 11, regardless of the day of the week. This preserves the historical significance of the date and focuses attention on the purpose of Veterans Day: to honor America's veterans for their willingness to serve, and sacrifice, for the common good. Because no one can 'give' peace, it can only be agreed to (human decency, law, treaty) ... or won.