Let's see, a bunch of things happening today:
Veteran's Day in the States today: To all my relatives who served in the armed forces: Thank you, and bravo. You'll never get enough thanks or praise for what you did.
Karneval (or Carnival) begins in Cologne, Germany at 11:11 PM.
Saint Martin's Day, a Catholic holiday primarily geared towards children also happens today in Germany-- a celebration of St. Martin of Tours, a former Roman soldier who became a monk (image above comes from the story of St. Martin who as a soldier cut his cloak in half to give to a freezing beggar). Children walk the streets with paper lanterns and sing songs this evening.
Armistice Day (also known as Remembrance Day), which actually ties into St. Martin's Day and Veteran's Day is celebrated in much of Europe. It commemorates the armistice signed between the Allies and Germany to end World War I.
Happy November 11th, wherever you are.
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