Before he left for his final deployment in Iraq, Travis said, "If not me, then who..." This sentiment would come to be the driving force and mission statement behind the Travis Manion Foundation.
Every year on November 11, the country stands together to pay tribute to our veterans. It's a time to honor those who have served our great country and fought for our freedom. Originally beginning as Armistice Day, this was a day to honor those who died for our country and held on the day of the Armistice signing. It was later changed to Veterans Day in 1954 to honor all veterans.
Many people know the general details surrounding Columbus Day. They know it's a federal holiday and named after the explorer Christopher Columbus, but may not know the finer details. Since the time Columbus discovered the Americas in 1492, the meaning surrounding Columbus Day as well as its celebrations have evolved. The following highlights the trek this holiday has taken and what Columbus Day means today.