What Is Armed Forces Day? Armed Forces Day is a joint celebration of all five branches of the U.S. military: the Army, the Navy, the Coast Guard, the Marine Corps and the Air Force.

Armed Forces Day is celebrated Saturday, May 17 this year. The holiday serves as a time to honor serving members of the military as well as those who have previously served, according to the USO.

Armed Forces Day will soon return to Cleethorpes to celebrate all those who play a part in the armed forces. The free event, organised by a group of volunteers, has been held since 2011 and ...

Armed Forces Day is the culmination of a week of celebrations, which started on 23 June. It is a day to show support for all members of the military, from those currently serving to veterans ...

Another highlight of the day will see a flypast of two RAF hawk aircraft at about 15:30. Organiser Colin Kelsey said the occasion would celebrate what those in the armed services "have done and ...

When I was younger, going to Ft. Bliss in El Paso, Texas on Armed Forces Day was an important occasion. Veterans Day and Memorial Day were revered in a city where the military presence was strong.