Yokota community members stand at parade rest during a Veterans Day ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2025. Veterans Day began as Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I and honoring the peace that followed. Today, it serves as a time to honor all veterans and reflect on the unity, strength and resilience of the nation. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Carissa McSwain.


