On May 20, 1950, Armed Forces Day was celebrated for the first time with parades, air shows and open houses. In 1962, President John F Kennedy announced Armed Forces Day as an official holiday.

Another holiday honoring members of the military is Armed Forces Day, which honors those currently serving in the U.S. military. It is observed annually on the third Saturday of May.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Nevada, Reno, presents Day of Remembrance 2025: Life and Hope in ...

Plans are underway for the 78th Annual McAlester Armed Forces Day events — one of the longest-running Armed Forces Day ...

May is Military Appreciation Month, a special time for those in and out of the military. It is a time designated to honor and recognize the contributions, sacrifices, and service of the members of ...