Meet the Birmingham Veteran Who Pushed for a Day for All Veterans

Military.com reports on the historical origins of Veterans Day, highlighting the pivotal role of Birmingham resident Raymond Weeks. A World War II veteran, Weeks successfully lobbied General Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1946 to expand the scope of Armistice Day to honor veterans of all U.S. wars. Birmingham hosted the first official Veterans Day celebration in 1947, a milestone later recognized by Congressional resolutions and the Reagan administration for its national significance.