Big celebration in Altenstadt: First National Veteran Day is imminent!

Big celebration in Altenstadt: First National Veteran Day is imminent!

Altenstadt, Deutschland - On June 15, 2025, the time has come: Germany celebrates the first national veteran day. A holiday that comes to the focus of the appreciation of around ten million veterans and ensures long -awaited recognition. The Bundestag had decided on this important step last year. Thomas Schmidt, Colonel a. D. and chairman of the Altenstadt soldier and veteran association, emphasizes how important this holiday is to give the veterans the respect that they deserve. In Altenstadt there is a big celebration on the program that forms the heart of this region. A sign of appreciation that is noted in many cities, such as [Merkur] (https://www.merkur.de/lokales/schongau/altenstadt-ort377062/verlierstadt-in-alplant-national-national- veteranentag-grosse-9373840.html).

Preparations for the celebrations in Altenstadt have been running in full swing for months. A solemn act on Marienplatz is planned, in which numerous speakers from politics, veterans associations and the German Bundeswehr Association also have their say. Schmidt emphasizes that the veteran day is an important day for all soldiers in active service and for the honorably retired soldiers; They should be encouraged to take part in the celebrations and to wear their veteran badge.

ceremony and celebrations in Altenstadt

The celebrations in Altenstadt are the largest of their kind in the region. After the ceremony at Marienplatz, which includes the invasion of the flags and speeches by Thomas Schmidt and district councilor Alexandra Bertl, there will be a morning pint with music in the courtyard of the "Schaland" brewery. Even if Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt canceled his participation, the city expects a hustle and bustle.

In addition to Altenstadt, celebrations are also planned in many other German cities. In Augustdorf there is a combination event with field service, networking and music on the same day. In Duisburg there is a march of appreciation and other celebrations, the veterans and their families offer a platform for exchange and recognition. Special events are also intended in Euskirchen and Bad Westernkotten, which prepare their respective honors and program items for veterans, as can be read on the website of the Veteran Day

background and meaning of the holiday

The introduction of a veteran day is not just a symbolic step. This day is of great importance for society in particular due to the challenges with which veterans are confronted due to their missions - be it physically or mentally. The veterans should be given the gratitude they earn for their service. It is seen a responsibility of the Bundestag to improve the aftercare for those victims and to intensify support offers, so that, as from rnd required, adequately supervised.

Another important point is the exchange between the veterans and society. Political representatives of all political groups have come behind the idea of ​​the veteran day. They see a way to promote social understanding and increase the visibility of the veterans. It is the beginning of a new veteran policy that is also welcomed by veteran organizations. So it remains to be hoped that these events do not deteriorate to alibi events, but actually leave a lasting impression. Especially in Altenstadt, this day will offer an unprecedented opportunity to put the services of the Bundeswehr soldiers in the spotlight.