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Morning all,
Today is Veteran’s Day! And as the theme to this blog is recruiting and thriving in the 2009 economy, I think it is most important that I dedicate today’s post to the significance of this holiday…and what you can do as a recruiter to assist the millions of veterans out there today.
First off, are you aware of the origins of Veteran’s Day? It began after World War I. To wit:
…World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” – officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”
In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: "To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those
who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…"
The original concept for the celebration was for a day observed with parades and public meetings and a brief suspension of business beginning at 11 a.m…..MORE….
Nowadays, Veteran’s Day is observed by hanging a fllag, watching the parade or attending the town’s Veteran’s Day activities, thanking a veteran and in general, reflecting on the men and women who fought in our wars to keep our country free. You can find a list of state/town parades over at the Veterans Day Parade Directory.
One of the sad realities, however, is that veterans often have an extremely tough time transitioning back into the civilian world after they return home. Thus, if you’re helping a veteran job candidate find a new position, consider sharing the following resources.
- Military.com Job Hunting Tips
- Out of Uniform: Resume Tips for Transitioning Military Professionals
- Veterans Employment Resource Center
- Veterans’ Employment & Training Service
- Veteran Job Resources by State
- Yahoo Veteran Groups
However you choose to celebrate it, never forget the people who literally put their lives on the line for *you*. When you think about it, it’s very profound indeed.
From RISE and Barbara Ling, I want to thank all the veterans out there for their sacrifices and wonderful gifts they gave to our country. You’re tops in my book!
Best wishes,
Barbara Ling
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