Veterans Day 2009 events across the country

November 7, 12:32 PMChicago Midwest Getaways ExaminerJodie Jacobs

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2008 National Veterans Day Ceremony Photo courtesy of Arlington National Cemetery

Turning out for a Veterans Day event is one way to show support for people who are willing to risk their lives for freedom and for their country today, and honor those who served in the past.

Because ceremonies are planned throughout the US this week, people should be able to find a parade or event near them. However, many television channels will be broadcasting part or all of the National Veterans Day Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Nov. 11.

National Veterans Day Ceremony information: The ceremony begins with a color guard tribute and wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns at 11 a.m. ET. (People born in the second half of the 1900's may not know that until 1954, Veterans Day was known as Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War I in 1918 and honor armed services veterans.) An observance program in Arlington’s Memorial Amphitheater follows the wreath laying.

Both Veterans Day ceremonies are free and open to the public. The wreath-laying ceremony is standing-room only. Seating in the amphitheater is on a first-come basis beginning at 9:30 a.m. Parking is at the Arlington National Cemetery visitors Center with a shuttle to the Amphitheater.

Some of the places that are holding Veterans Day events (most Nov. 11 events begin 11 a.m. local time):

Branson, MO: The entertainment town holds veteran reunions and events now through Nov. 11. Most events are free. Lodging

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Chicago, IL: 11 a.m., Nov. 11, Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr. at Doughboy Statue, Gate O. Admission: free. Lodging

Indianapolis, IN: Memorial Service begins at 11 a.m. on the north steps of the Indiana War Memorial. Metered parking at Michigan, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Meridian Streets. Parade of more than 80 units follows at 11:35 a.m. from Michigan and Pennsylvania Streets, south on Pennsylvania to New York Street, west to Meridian Street and ends at North Street. Other events. Lodging

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