Veterans Day is a federal U.S. holiday on November 11 that celebrates military veterans and honors the service they provided to our nation. Wondering how you can get involved? Discover a few sweet ways to honor the veterans in your family, at work and in your community.
Share something sweet with a veteran in your life. Personalize your thank you note for Veterans Day with this with this printable candy bar wrapper.
Before joining the Hershey Company, Lt. Bryson served eight years on active duty with the U.S. Marine Corp. He was deployed in countries around the world, including supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom, before being honorably discharged in 2011.
"My Military service will always be at the core of who I am as a person. It is my life's privilege to serve my country and to serve and protect those who cannot protect themselves."
During his years of service, Lt. Bryson made many great friendships and developed a camaraderie among fellow veterans that will last a lifetime. He's endured struggles and saw friends deal with personal traumas as well.
"Veterans Day is a great time to celebrate the veteran community and the sacrifices we all made to serve our country. It is also a time to support one another in our individual journeys that we have taken following our military careers."
Join the Hershey Company's Veterans employee group at HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD on Nov. 10 for games and raffles. Additionally, military members receive 25% off food and retail purchases with military I.D.
During World War II, the U.S. military made about 80 percent of all MOUNDS Candy purchases because the dark chocolate and coconut treat was so popular among the soldiers.
Veterans Day (November 11) celebrates our nation's living Veterans (those who have served in the military). Memorial Day (last Monday in May) celebrates military personnel who died in battle or succumbed to wounds sustained in battle.
Veterans Day celebrates living Veterans of the U.S. military and honors the sacrifices they made in service of their country.
November 11 used to be known as Armistice Day. This holiday honored those who fought in World War 1 and was chosen because fighting ceased at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918. In 1954, the holiday was expanded to celebrate all U.S. military Veterans.
Veterans Business Resource Group (BRG) is a community of veterans. their families and military supporters. It includes the U.S. military branches and military associations worldwide. Our Veterans BRG is one of eight BRGs that support employees while enhancing our inclusive workplace. Learn more about Careers at Hershey.
