This is Veterans Day - not a special day to mourn our dead - but a day devoted to thanking and appreciating all of our veterans who are still alive whether we like it or not.
We know most people believe that:
Some of us are drunks, others use and abuse drugs, and many believe we beat up our spouses, are nasty to our kids, and treat our dogs better than any family member. We all support the NRA, the KKK, and think behind everything bad is the CIA. Everybody knows that we are all depressed, can't hold a job or just won't get one, and the only thing we really like to do is kill people, especially children. And that PTSD crap? It's just an excuse to get a great big unearned government pension.
A bunch of us veterans support this statement (or variations thereof):
A smart and successful President of the United States will never create veterans. In fact we are always after another benefit, complain about 100% free health care, endlessly whine about our doctors, cost far more than we're worth, and are never satisfied. If we don't get the latest replacement arm and hand, we bitch. If we don't have a computer-controlled artificial leg, we yell and scream. If we don't see a psychiatrist every damn day we will probably shoot up a mall just for the hell of it. Nope. Veterans should never be created.
In spite of all that we have Veterans Day. How we celebrate it is . . . interesting.
Welcome to Veterans Day Sales
At
last Veterans have some value because everybody gets a free pony today, and today only. WHA-HOO000oooo kinda
Aeropostale
Offer: Additional 30% off everything.
When: Offer expires 11/10/2014 at 11:59PM, EST
Promo Code: EMPLOYEE30
Amazon
Offer: A list of great deals plus 20% off select items.
When: November 11, 2014
Promo Code: 20OFFVET
Brooks Brothers
Save up to 70% off on select clearance merchandise from 11/7/14 to 11/11/14.
Carson’s
Offer: Take up to an extra 15% off sale shoe prices
When: Valid now through November 13, 2014, at 11:59 PM ET
Promo Code: VETSDAY14NV
Carter’s
Offer: 50% off everything. 25% off a purchase of $40 or more OR 15% off in-store entire purchase.
When: Valid now through November 11, 2014, at 11:59 PM ET
Promo Code: VETDAY25 or VETDAY15 or print coupon for in-store
Char-Broil 10% off
Get 10% Off Sitewide on orders over $75 at Char-Broil! Code: A14VET. Ends 11/15/14. Anyone can use.
Church Hill Classics
20% discount on all military certificate frames, desk accessories, and specialty gifts ordered on diplomaframe.com by November 16! Enter code: PKNE57.
Crave Natural
Offer: 20% off on all products
When: Offer ends 11/11/14 at 11:59 pm EDT.
Promo Code: VETS2014
Crocs
Offer: Buy one, get 50% off
When: Offer ends 11/11/14 at 11:59 pm EDT.
Promo Code: Enter code SALUTE n cart
DisneyStore.com
Offer: 25% off the entire purchase + Free shipping on orders of $75 or more.
When: Valid through Veterans Day
Promo Code: DISNEYPAL
Express
Offer: Up to 50% off in store or online.
When: Valid now through November 11, 2014, at 11:59 PM ET
Promo Code: 1476; Coupon for in store.
Hollister
Offer: But 1, get 15% off; Guy 2, get 20% off; Buy 3 or more, get 25% off
When: Valid now through November 11, 2014, at 11:59 PM ET
Promo Code: 31670
Living Social
Offer: 15% off sitewide
When: November 11, 2014, at 11:59 PM ET
Promo Code: VETERANS15
Kmart
Offer: Veterans Day Sale! EXTRA Savings on Almost Everything + 100s of items already on sale
When: November 8- 11, 2014
Promo Code: Not required
Kohls
Offer: $10 off with a purchase of $25 or more.
When: November 7- 11, 2014
Promo Code: VETSDAY10
Macys
Offer: EXTRA 20%, 15% OR 10% OFF OR $10 off your purchase of $25 or more.
When: Extra savings end November 11, 2014.
Promo Code: VETS
Old Navy
Offer: Take 25% off online.
When: Ends 11/11/14
Promo Code: No code needed
OshKosh B’gosh
Offer: 15% off all orders or 20% off orders of $40 or more.
When: Valid: 11/1 – 11/30
Promo Code: 15OFFNOV
Pottery Barn
Offer: Up to 60% off
When: Now through 11/11/14
Promo Code: Not required
Premium Outlets
Visit Premium Outlets during Veterans Day Weekend (Nov. 8 – Nov. 11) and find extra savings at some of your favorite stores.
REI
Offer: Save an extra 20% on Clearance Clothing & Footwear! Hurry!
When: 11/8 – 11/11 only.
Promo Code: 15OFFNOV
Savvy Sleepers
Use code ‘VeteranUSA’ at checkout. For every order $72 or above, you will receive a complimentary $36 discount (Value of 1 Standard Size Luxury Satin Pillow Case from their Luxe Collection).
Steve Madden
On November 11th everyone gets 20% off. Service members receive an additional 10% off . Full Priced merchandise, exclusions apply. Valid in stores only, must present proof of service e.g. military id, veterans designation on driver license, DD214 paperwork.
Simon Premium Outlets
Visit Premium Outlets during Veterans Day Weekend and find extra savings at some of your favorite stores. Nov. 8-11.
Zazzle
Offer: Up To 60% Off + 15% Off All Products
When: Expires 11/11/14 .
Promo Code: VETERANDAY14
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24 Hours Fitness
U.S. military servicemen and servicewomen on Nov. 8 to Nov. 11 get free all-club access in honor of Veterans Day.
AARP
AARP is offering a 20% membership discount for veterans, their families, and anyone interested in annual or multi-year memberships and renewals from From October 30 to November 13, 2014.
Army Corp of Engineers Recreation Areas
On Tuesday, November 11th, 2014 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is waiving all day use fees at more than 2,400 recreation areas nationwide. This waiver is available to all veterans, active and reserve component service members, and their families. Only verbal confirmation of service is required.
Barnes & Noble
15% off Samsung Galaxy Tab® 4 NOOK® and NOOK GlowLight™. One day only, Tuesday, November 11, in store only. Offer is available to veterans, active duty military members and their families.
Bed and Breakfast Inns in the U.S. and Canada
Get a free stay with the 6th Annual B&Bs for Vets military specials that takes place on Monday, November 10th and Tuesday, November 11th, 2014. See site for participating B & Bs.
Bed, Bath & Beyond
20% off the entire purchase for U.S. Military, veterans and military spouses on November 8, 9, 10 and 11, 2014.
Brides Across America Free Wedding Gown Events
During the month of November Brides Across America is partnering with bridal salons across the nation to giveaway wedding dresses to qualified military brides. All military brides must pre-register online.
Brooks Brothers
Enjoy 25% off all in store purchases to all active military personnel and veterans from now until 11/11/14.
Cabela’s Hometown Heroes
Saturday November 8th thru November 11th, 2014 Cabela’s is hosting Hometown Heroes events. There is a 5% discount is for Military Personnel (active and retired military, active reservists and VA recipients) plus Law-Enforcement, Firefighters and Emergency Medical Service personnel (EMS).
Char-Broil 10% off
Get 10% Off Sitewide on orders over $75 at Char-Broil! Code: A14VET. Ends 11/15/14. Anyone can use.Veterans Day Word Cloud
Chuck E. Cheese’s
All U.S. Armed Forces veterans and active-duty military get 20 free tokens upon a visit to Chuck E. Cheese’s from Sunday, November 9, through Saturday, November 15. Military ID or proof of service is required, but no coupon is needed.
Church Hill Classics
20% discount on all military certificate frames, desk accessories, and specialty gifts ordered on diplomaframe.com by November 16! Enter code: PKNE57.
Commissaries
Commissaries worldwide are offering exclusive savings events leading up to Veterans Day. Stores are collaborating with their industry partners to offer exclusive savings through in-store sales promotions including high-value coupons and other discounts beyond the everyday 30 percent or more savings. Stores are also offering product samplings, demonstrations and giveaways.
Dell
This Veterans Day, former and current members of the military, save an extra 15% on PCs and tablets.
Dollar General 11% Discount
11% off total purchase in-store or online on 11.11.14 for veterans and active military.
Dry Creek Valley Wineries
The Winegrowers of Dry Creek Valley® (WDCV) are showing their appreciation with complimentary wine tastings for all veterans and active military at several participating wineries during the entire month of November. Participating wineries include Amista Vineyards, Blanchard Family Wines, Pedroncelli Winery, Ridge Vineyards, West Wines, Fritz Underground Winery, Peterson Winery, Gustafson Family Vineyards, Wilson Winery, Kokomo Winery, Forchini Winery, Roadhouse Winery, Collier Falls, and Chateau Diana.
Estate Assist
Estate Assist is offering all military members and veterans a free 30 day trial followed by 25% off subscriptions to Estate Assist Safe subscriptions. The offer is valid on Veteran’s Day only.
Family Dollar 15% Off
15% off entire purchase with coupon until Nov. 11, 2014. Optionally text VETERAN to 28767 for coupon code. For active duty or retired military, National Guard, veterans and their families.
Food Lion
On Veterans Day, Food Lion will offer a 10% discount to all of those who have served as military personnel and their families.
Frys Food Stores
In honor of Veterans Day, Fry’s Food Stores is offering a 10% discount for all military members.
Fury – The Movie
At select theaters nationwide, veterans and military personnel who present proper military identification will receive free admission to see Sony Pictures Entertainment’s feature film Fury, starring Brad Pitt. Admission is also free in Canada for Remembrance Day.
Great Clips Free Haircut
On Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014, customers who come in for a haircut at any U.S. Great Clips salon will receive a free haircut card to give to an active/inactive/retired military member of any branch, including the National Guard. Military members can also come in on Veterans Day for a free haircut or to pick up a free haircut card to use, with proof of service, any day before Dec. 31, 2014.
Home Depot
A 10% discount is also offered to all other military veterans on Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day and Veterans Day. A year round 10% discount up to a maximum $500 at all U.S. locations to active duty personnel, reservists, retired or disabled veterans and their immediate families. Must present a valid military ID.
iPic Theaters
This Veteran’s Day iPic is honoring former and current military members with a free ticket at iPic. Just get to the theater before the film (no online tickets) with proof of service and enjoy the movie.
JC Penney
All current and former military personnel and their families can enjoy an extra 20% off on purchases in-store (some exclusions may apply) from November 3-15 by presenting a military ID or proof of service.
Jefferson Lines
Free travel to Veterans on Veteran’s Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2014. Beginning Monday, October 20th through Veterans Day, Veterans can go to any of their 9 company locations to request a ticket for travel. Jefferson Lines has locations in Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Oklahoma, and South Dakota.
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Friday, November 7, through Tuesday, November 11, past or present members of the armed forces, as well as their families, will receive 20 percent off their total purchase including regular, sale-priced and clearance items.
Jockey
Jockey is offering 15% off to active military, veterans and their families. Enter promo code MILITARY at checkout.
Lowes
Lowes honors all Veterans on three specific holidays: Memorial Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day. During these three holiday weekends, Lowes extends the discount to all veterans who served honorably and who present a valid Form DD214 or other proof of service.
Murphy Goode Winery
Military personnel, Veterans, and Retirees are all eligible for free shipping on online orders from Murphy Goode Winery. Enter “VETSDAY2014″ as the promo code when checking out. Promo code is only available from Nov 1-30, 2014.
Orchard Supply Hardware 20% Off
Orchard Supply Hardware is honored to offer an extra 20% off entire purchase to all to veterans and active military personnel.
Publix
Active and retired military personnel and family members get a 10 percent discount on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, 2014. Proof of service required.
Red Roof Inn 15% Off All November
Veterans receive 15% off your stay the entire month of November! And don’t forget, Red Roof Inn is military and government friendly all year long, offering 10% off at locations nationwide. Who is Eligible?: Active Duty, Veterans, Retirees, Reservists, Dependents. Offer valid for stays November 1 – November 30, 2014. VP Code (required): 618669.
Sears
From now through November 11th, enjoy a rare Sears double discount for active, reserve, and retired military personnel on all Craftsman tool sets. Take 40% off all regularly priced tool sets instead of the typical 20%, and an additional 10% off all sale-priced tool sets, instead of the usual 5%.
Seaworld Parks & Entertainment Veterans Discount
Veterans get 50% off tickets now through November 11th, 2014 and must be used by December 21, 2014. Veterans promotion includes Seaworld properties include SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, Busch Gardens Tampa, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Sesame Place Langhorne. The program does not include Discovery Cove® in Orlando or Aquatica, SeaWorld’s WaterparkTM. Active Duty military members who already used their free admission for the year can also get 50% off tickets.
Sleep Number Military Discount
From October 14 through November 16, 2014, Sleep Number is providing exclusive offers for current and past military personnel. Save $400-$700 on selected Sleep Number® mattress sets.
Sports Clips Free Haircut
Many Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to active-duty and retired U.S. service members on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2014, with valid proof of service.
TOPS Market
This Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, TOPS will honor an 11% discount off of a total order to all veterans and active military personnel who shop at any of their locations.
Westgate Resorts
Westgate Resorts is giving away 1,500 Three-Day/Two-Night stays at select Westgate Resort Properties. PLUS, Westgate Resorts is also giving away Orlando Predators Arena Football Tickets to 1,500 lucky Veterans through the website orlandopredators.com. Those veterans who have served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom and/or The War on Terror are eligible for this giveaway. If you did not serve in the above wars, you are still eligible for a discount of 25% off the Best Available Rate. See website for details to apply on Tuesday, Nov. 11 2014.
Under Armour 15% Off plus Free Shipping
From now until Veterans Day get 15% off everything plus free shipping on all orders over $25. Offer valid for Veterans and Active Duty Military. Click for Details.
US National Park Service Free Veterans Day Admission
The U.S. National Park Service is waiving fees at most of its day-use recreation sites over the Veterans Day holiday weekend, Nov. 9-11. Go online to find a national forest or grassland near you.
World Market 20% Off
20% off entire purchase November 8-11, 2014. Includes Active Duty, DOD Reserves, Guard, Retirees, Veterans and Military Spouses.
Be sure to bring proof of service and read the official site details. I tells ya, it takes my breath away . . .