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On May 15 more than 70 countries celebrate Armed Forces Day. The day honors the serving members of the military. In the U.S. we honor the members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and the Space Force.
In the United States, Armed Forces Day was established in August of 1949 and first celebrated on May 20, 1950, under President Truman. It was first labeled a national holiday by President Kennedy in 1962. It is celebrated on the third Saturday of May at the end of Armed Forces Week.
In establishing the celebration, President Truman wished to convey the appreciation of the nation for the Armed Forces that protect our way of life and promote peace throughout the world and recognize our troops at home and across the sea. Celebrating Armed Forces Day was also designed as a morale boost for the troops.
National WWII Museum to hold virtual Armed Forces Day ceremony
Current military members and veterans can also visit the museum for free that day. Share Updated: 3:28 PM CDT May 13, 2021 Gabbii King
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Current military members and veterans can also visit the museum for free that day. Share Updated: 3:28 PM CDT May 13, 2021 Gabbii King The National World War II Museum is hosting a virtual event to honor veterans and current military members on Armed Forces Day.The event will take place 11 a.m. May 15 with remarks from Mayor LaToya Cantrell and additional museum speakers and experts.The mayor s Military Advisory Committee will also present community service awards to members of the military who have performed outstanding service to the community beyond their normal military duties.Afterward, veterans will have the opportunity to collect a scarf as a part of the mu