Military Spouse Appreciation Day

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2021 Date	May 7, 2021
2022 Date	May 6, 2022

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#Militaryspouseappreciationday

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#Military, #Militaryspouses, #Veterans

2021 Date

May 7, 2021

2022 Date

May 6, 2022

2021 Holidays & Dates

Military Spouse Appreciation Day in 2021

Friday, May 7

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Military Spouse Appreciation Day History

Military Spouse Appreciation Day honors and emphasizes the importance of the spouses of the military. This day aims to highlight family support as fundamental to the success of the military. Spouses and families are deemed silent heroes for their continued support of those within the military. Organized events honoring military spouses are typically held on this day.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day was established in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan. It is observed annually on the Friday before Mother's Day.

Top Tweets for Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Today is Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and I want to recognize the sacrifice and service of all military spouses, including my own wife, @GabbyGiffords. The Navy taught me how to fight for our country overseas — but Gabby taught me how to do it right here at home. https://t.co/VyxzlGj4Ic
— Senator Mark Kelly (@SenMarkKelly) May 8, 2021

I’m late for Military Spouse Appreciation Day, but make no mistake, without Gloria, I could not have completed my career in 1995. Thank you, Gloria. https://t.co/oiE9Ozoo4c
— GunnyJ (@GunnyJ) May 8, 2021

Every Day, Every Year. My military spouse is priceless to me. #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay https://t.co/NzixFTAL1o
— MG Tammy Smith (@MG_SmithT) May 7, 2021

In the News and Trending for Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Updated 21:05A mother’s happy day: military spouse deported by Trump returns to family

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A Proclamation on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2021 | The White House

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Jill Biden thanks military spouses in honor of Military Spouse Appreciation Day

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A Special Message From Gary Sinise on Military Spouse Appreciation Day

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Military Spouse Appreciation Day Facts

According to the Department of Labor, about 92% of military spouses were women in 2017.
About 53% of military spouses participated in the labor market in 2017 compared to 76% of the general population.
According to the Department of Labor, about 30% of military spouses have a four-year degree. About 15% have an advanced degree.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day Top Events and Things to Do

Sign up for the Blue Star Families virtual Military Spouse Appreciation Day Town Hall.
Explore the different kinds of military spouse benefits.
Learn about the different resources and opportunities available for military spouses. Some military spouses may face frequent relocation. As such, the US Department of Labor provides licensing reimburement programs and other resources to help spouses.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day - References and Related Sites

militarybenefits.info: Military Spouse Appreciation Day

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