Honoring people who serve the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard.
Green Group Studio salutes Americans serving in the five U.S. military branches: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard – The Men and Women who put their lives on the line to protect and serve our country. GGS sends a special thanks to for your dedication in becoming American soldiers!
History of the Armed Forces Day
On August 31, 1949, Louis Johnson, who was the United States’ Secretary of Defense, announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days.
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy established Armed Forces Day as an official holiday.
The first Armed Forces Day was celebrated by parades, open houses, receptions and air shows. The United States’ longest running city-sponsored Armed Forces Day Parade is held in Bremerton, Washington. In 2012, Bremerton celebrated the 64th year of the Armed Forces Day Parade. Because of their unique training schedules, National Guard and Reserve units may celebrate Armed Forces Day/Week over any period in the month of May.
What do people do on Armed Forces Day?
Many events across the United States take place on Armed Forces Day to honor Americans in uniform who served their country in times of war and peace.
Events and activities may include:
- Multi-service military displays in areas open for the public.
- Various educational activities that teach children about the armed forces.
- “Support the Troops” themed motorcycle rides.
- Large parades and other local celebrations.
Certain types of music are also played at Armed Forces Day events, including at memorials and at cemeteries, as a way to respect those in the armed forces who died for their country.
What Symbols are Used
Posters and other material used to promote Armed Forces Day often show images of Americans in the armed services dressed in their uniforms. Some posters show a collage of images, including images of those in the armed forces with their families or friends, as well as the United States Flag.
Local Armed Forces Day Commemoration
In celebration of Armed Forces Day, join in the Historical Society of Palm Beach County by attending a special event at the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum.
PNC BANK Public Programming Series
Ends: 2013-05-14:00PMDuration: 04:00
Civil War and World War II Re-enactors
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: on Museum grounds
Engage with re-enactors and talk about their uniforms, weapons, camp, vehicles, battles, and more.
Weapons Demonstration
Time: 12:30 pm
Location: On Museum grounds
