Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day Quick Facts

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2021 Date	May 15, 2021
2022 Date	May 21, 2022

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Armed Forces Day in 2021

Saturday, May 15

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Armed Forces Day History

Armed Forces Day is a day to recognize members of the Armed Forces that are currently serving. In 1947, the Armed Forces of the US were united under one department which was renamed the Department of Defense in 1949. President Harry S. Truman supported the creation of a day for the nation to unite in support and recognition or our military members and their families. On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced that Armed Forces Day would take the place of other individual branch celebrations, and all branches of the military would be honored this single day. Armed Forces Day takes place on the third Saturday in May.

Top Tweets for Armed Forces Day

Today, as President @realDonaldTrump signs the 2020 Armed Forces Day proclamation, the official flag of a new U.S. military service will be unveiled for the first time in 72 years! 🚀 https://t.co/bVH40U54B5
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 15, 2020

Today is Armed Forces Day. Thank you to all men and women who are serving in the military. Your service and sacrifice is appreciated! We Salute You! https://t.co/0MB9v7L2N3
— Linda Hale 🇺🇸⭐🇺🇸 Deplorable (@LindaHale8006) May 16, 2020

🇺🇸🇺🇸ARMED FORCES DAY🇺🇸🇺🇸 Today...& every day, we honor the men & women who have joined our Armed Forces to serve our Country. Your Nation offers heartfelt gratitude for protecting us & for being the beacon that shines the light of freedom throughout the entire world🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 https://t.co/Uu644OsQVU
— Lady Rose⭐️K⭐️🇺🇸 (@gailsline) May 16, 2020

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Armed Forces Day Facts & Quotes

According to the Council on Foreign Relations, there were about 1.3 million personnel serving in active duty in the US as of 2018.
According to cfr.org, women made up 16% (208,000) of the active duty forces in the US in 2018.
The creation of Armed Forces Day was announced on August 31, 1949 by Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson. It was meant to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days.
One of the best ways to keep peace is to be prepared for war. - General George Washington

Armed Forces Day Top Events and Things to Do

Attend a parade or a military air show.
Send a care package to military personnel stationed overseas. Free flat-rate boxes are available at USPS. Use these to mail to military bases for a low cost.
Fly the American Flag.
Visit a local Veteran's Hospital or Nursing Home to show your gratitude.
Honor Military Working Dogs by donating to the ASPCA or other charitable organizations that protect and serve these heroic animals.

Armed Forces Day References and Related Sites

US Department of Defense: Armed Forces Day

womensmemorial.org: The Women's Memorial

www.cfr.org: Demographics of US Military

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