November 11th, 1918, at 11am , an armistice between Germany and the Allied Powers went into effect during World War 1. This armistice commemoration developed into Veterans Day, officially, in 1954. Veterans Day is observed with several area organizations putting together special programs or meals. This morning at the West Point-Beemer High School, the staff, students and area veterans, along with students and staff from Guardian- Angels School, listened to Superintendent DJ Weddle:
Among other activities at this morning’s assembly, the honorary Veterans Roll Call, presentation of flags for each of the military branches and Patriotic music performed by the students.