This historical document showed that an Armistice Day Program was held at the Ford Bowl in Balboa Park on November 11, 1939. President Wilson proclaimed November 11, 1919, as the first Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War I. In 1954, November 11 was renamed Veterans Day to recognize and show appreciation for all the veterans who have served in U.S. wars.

• 19391023 Doc316362 Communication from Amaroc Post No. 1512