Monday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. The federal holiday is observed each year to recognize Americans who've served in the military and the sacrifices they've made in service to their nation. In honor of the occasion, most banks, government agencies and schools are closed, and many eateries and businesses offer special discounts to military veterans.

And as a nation, there's no one more deserving of our gratitude and respect than those who have served in the military—which is why Veterans Day is so incredibly significant. So, today, we're ready to say,