Celebrating Veterans Day with Cigars in Tribute to Those Who Served

Veterans Day Cigars

At the historic eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, the world saw the end of hostilities between the Allied nations and Germany, concluding World War I, also called "The Great War." In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as Armistice Day, honoring those who bravely fought and sacrificed in this monumental conflict. Later, on May 13, 1938, the U.S. Congress officially designated November 11 as a federal holiday. In 1954, Congress passed a bill, signed by President Eisenhower, that transformed Armistice Day into Veterans Day—a day to honor all who have served honorably in the military, in both wartime and peacetime.

The bond between cigars and the military runs deep. During the Civil War, cigars were a constant in the life of Ulysses S. Grant, symbolizing their lasting place in military culture. Many presidents and military leaders have shared a love for cigars, seeing them as a source of enjoyment and camaraderie. For countless service members far from loved ones and everyday comforts, premium cigars provide a moment of relaxation and connection.

One especially notable figure in military history is Richard Overton, the oldest living man in the United States until his passing in 2018 at the age of 112. A respected U.S. Army Veteran, he was honored by President Obama on Veterans Day in 2013. Remarkably, Mr. Overton enjoyed smoking twelve cigars a day.

A fine, handcrafted cigar is a fitting tribute to military service, whether for yourself or in honor of a loved one who has served. As Veterans Day approaches, here are some outstanding cigars to savor in tribute to our veterans.

CAO America Landmark, Monument, and Potomac Cigars

Dedicated to the colors of the American flag, CAO America stands as a cigar of distinct craftsmanship and an exceptional smoking experience. Much like the United States, CAO America embraces diversity in its composition. It boasts a rare blend of filler tobaccos hailing from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic, harmoniously combined with tobaccos sourced from Italy and the USA. A zesty Brazilian binder skillfully unifies this blend. However, what truly sets it apart is the dual wrapper technique employed. By using both Connecticut shade and Connecticut broadleaf maduro wrappers, CAO America creates a striking "barber pole" appearance. Although many classify this cigar as medium-to-full-bodied, our experience leans more towards the medium end of that spectrum.

CAO America proudly displays an exquisite band featuring the American flag motif, accompanied by a secondary blue and gold band at the foot, adorned with stars and the emblematic eagle seal of the United States. Beyond its eye-catching presentation, the visual impact of the two distinct wrapper leaves intertwined in a striped pattern is truly remarkable. CAO America is a cigar that inspires a sense of patriotism, one that encourages a salute to its unique appearance, exceptional blend, and robust flavors.
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Alec Bradley American Classic Cigars

The name of a cigar can sometimes be a mystery, but when it comes to Alec Bradley American Classic, there's no enigma to unravel. The name directly alludes to its purpose: to offer the nostalgic experience of enjoying a cigar reminiscent of those crafted during the peak of Tampa's cigar production in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Much like the majority of cigars rolled in Ybor City, this cigar boasts a blend of tobaccos sourced from Central America. The filler and binder comprise luscious, robust Nicaraguan leaves, while the wrapper is a velvety and flavorful Honduran Connecticut chosen for its gentle creaminess.
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Cigars Made in America

The United States has many cigar manufacturers that hand-roll cigars. Like J.C. Newman (in Ybor City / Tampa, FL- "cigar capital of the world" in the early 1920s), George Rico (Gran Habano), Don Pepin, Ernesto Padilla, and El Titan de Bronze (rolls for La Palina and Drew Estate in Miami) carefully create small-batch handmades right on American soil. Also, states like Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, and Florida grow some of the most prized tobacco leaves.
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