Honoring Our Military
We honor military members on Armed Forces Day and Military Appreciation Month.
Military Appreciation Month
Military Appreciation Month
May is Military Appreciation Month. While Veterans Day honors those who have previously served in the military and Memorial Day honors those who have died in military service, Military Appreciation Month honors those who serve today in the military as well as those who have served in the past, including those died in service. As … Read more
Armed Forces Day
May 19 is Armed Forces Day, and May is Military Appreciation Month. I have a deep appreciation for military members and their families. My father served in World War II before I was born. My husband served in the Korean era before I met him. Several of my friends served in Vietnam, and one lost … Read more
Military Appreciation Month 2017
May is Military Appreciation Month. I thank all those who are on active duty now and all those who have served in the past. America is the land of the free because of the brave. This phrase may be a cliche because it is oft-repeated, but nonetheless it is true. Thank you to every man and … Read more
National Military Appreciation Month
May is National Military Appreciation Month. It’s a time to honor and show our appreciation for current military members as well as veterans. The freedoms we are blessed with in the United States are possible because of the sacrifices of those who have served as soldiers, airmen, sailors, and marines. We also honor military families, … Read more
Armed Forces Day & Military Appreciation Month 2013
Today is Armed Forces Day, a day to honor all branches of the service and the people who serve. Thank you to all our military members and to their families. May is also Military Appreciation Month, a time to show our appreciation to everyone who has served in the military, past and present. We owe … Read more
Armed Forces Day 2012
The third Saturday in May each year is designated as Armed Forces Day, to honor and celebrate all five branches of the US military: the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. The observance began in 1949 after the military services were consolidated in the Department of Defense. Armed Forces Day occurs during Military … Read more
Tribute to the Troops and Their Families
During Military Appreciation Month, we honor our military members, their families, and those who have been wounded, and those who sacrificed their lives. This video is a tribute to the troops and to their families.
Armed Forces Day and Military Appreciation Month 2011
May is Military Appreciation Month, and today is Armed Forces Day. Last year on Armed Forces Day, I highlighted a number of troop support organizations. If you’re not involved in supporting our troops, I encourage you to do so. O LORD God of Hosts, stretch forth, we pray thee, thine almighty arm to strengthen and … Read more