These Restaurants Offer Deals for Veterans Day in Great Falls

Do You Know the Difference Between Memorial Day and Veterans Day in Montana?

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month it all came to an end. In 1918, World War I ended on that day, and it would be one year later that then President Woodrow Wilson would proclaim it to be "Armistice Day".

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In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower would change that name to what we currently use, Veterans Day. After conflicts with World War II and the Korean war, he stated that, "I have today signed a proclamation calling upon all of our citizens to observe Thursday, November 11, 1954, as Veterans Day. It is my earnest hope that all veterans, their organizations, and the entire citizenry will join hands to insure [sic] proper and widespread observance of this day."

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The Difference Between the Two Holidays

Confusion sometimes arises when celebrating Veterans Day, often being compared to the Memorial Day holiday in May. While similar, Memorial Day honors service members who died in service to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle.

Veterans Day is set aside to thank and honor living veterans who served honorably in the military, whether in wartime or peacetime.

Special Deals for Those That Served at National Chains in Montana

For Veterans in Great Falls, there are several restaurants that offer deals, discounts and even free meals. Other businesses that offer discounts include:

Amazon - 20% discount on select items for Veterans Day, no military ID required.
Great Clips - On November 11, veterans and active military service members can go to any U.S. Great Clips salon and get a free haircut or a card for a free haircut that can be redeemed during a future visit.
Midas - Active-duty military and veterans get a coupon valid for 15% off tire and auto repair services at participating shops November 1 through 30.
Target - Target is offering a 10% military discount from October 27 through November 11 to all active-duty military personnel, veterans and their families.
Walgreens - From November 8 through 11, veterans, military and their families will receive 20% off regular price eligible store items at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drugstore nationwide. Restrictions may apply.
Office Depot/Office Max - Veterans, active duty and retired military personnel, reservists, and their dependents receive 25% off qualifying regular and sale-priced purchases in Office Depot and OfficeMax stores nationwide November 9 through 11.