MAY | MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH

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Military Appreciation Month

MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH — MAY 2024

 

 May, marked officially as Military Appreciation Month, is a special month for both those in and out of the military.

Not only do we pause on Memorial Day to remember the sacrifice and service of those who gave all, but the month also holds several other military anniversaries and events, including Military Spouse Appreciation Day and Armed Forces day.

May 1 – Loyalty Day

A day set aside for American citizens to reaffirm their loyalty to the United States

and to recognize the heritage of American freedom.  Learn more…

May 1 – Silver Star Service Banner Day

A day set aside to honor our wounded, ill, and dying military personnel by

participating in flying a Silver Star Banner.  Learn more…

May 2 – National Day of Prayer

The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of

May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. Learn more…

How can you pray for the military community? Learn more…

May 8 – VE (Victory in Europe) Day

(Celebrated May 7 in commonwealth countries)

A day which marks the anniversary of the Allies’ victory in Europe during World War II

on May 8, 1945. Learn more…

May 10 – Military Spouse Appreciation Day

A day set aside to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of

the U.S. Armed Forces. Learn more…

​LINK – Practical insights in caring for a military home front family

May 12 – Mother’s Day

LINK – Organizations that support deployed military personnel on Mother’s Day

LINK – Coloring page for military children

May 13 – Children of Fallen Patriots Day

A day to honor the families our Fallen Heroes have left behind – especially their children. It’s a reminder to the community that we have an obligation to support the families of our Fallen Patriots. Learn more…

May 18 – Armed Forces Day

A day set aside to pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’

Armed Forces. Learn more…

May 27 – Memorial Day (Decoration Day)

A day set aside to commemorate all who have died in military service for the United States. Typically recognized by parades, visiting memorials and cemeteries. Learn more…

LINK – Coloring page for military children

History of Sorts blogger, Dirk Dirklein, has posted a magnificent poem for 4 May…

https://wordpress.com/read/feeds/50862033/posts/5223452622

GP is sorry to be late in posting this.

March 13 – is National K-9 Veterans Day  –  they are not forgotten!!

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Military Humor – 

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Farewell Salutes – 

Henry Cervantes (100) – Fresno, CA; US Army Air Corps, WWII, Fighter pilot, 100th Bomb Group

J. Gary Cooper – Mobile, AL; USMC; Vietnam, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, DSM, MGeneral (Ret. 38 y.) /AL House of Representatives / Asst. Secretary of the Air Force under Bush/ Ambassador to Jamaica under Clinton

Lyndon J. Cosgriff-Flax – Wichita, KS; US Navy, Petty Officer 3rd Class, Yorktown Naval Weapons Station, DWS

David H. Frank – Colorado Springs, CO; US Air Force, Lt. Col. (Ret. 21 y.), pilot/ Norad

Bill Gladden (100) – London, ENG; British Army, WWII, 6th Airborne Recon Regiment

Ella “Peg” Lawrence (102) – Cincinnati, OH; US Army Air Corps WAC, WWII, Squadron Commander

Tracy M. Niksich – San Diego, CA; USMC, Vietnam, Desert Shield/Desert Storm, CWO-4 (Ret. 22 y.)

Zenon Pawlykowych – Chicago, IL; USMC, Vietnam

Hal Simons – San Diego, CA; US Navy, Korea, aviation radar / USS Midway Museum volunteer

Gary W. Trople – Bozeman, MT; USMC, Vietnam

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About GP

Everett Smith served with the Headquarters Company, 187th Regiment, 11th A/B Division during WWII. This site is in tribute to my father, "Smitty." GP is a member of the 11th Airborne Association. Member # 4511 and extremely proud of that fact!

Posted on May 6, 2024, in Current News, Home Front, Korean War, Post WWII, Uncategorized, Vietnam, WWII and tagged , , , , , , , , , , , . Bookmark the permalink. 104 Comments.

  1. Lavinia Ross | May 17, 2024 at 11:18 AM

    Thank you, GP! Many thanks to all who have served.

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  2. Baydreamer - Lauren Scott | May 14, 2024 at 8:07 PM

    Thanks to all who have served! Wonderful post, GP!

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  3. marylou | May 14, 2024 at 7:21 PM

    Thanks for posting this different Military Appreciation days

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  5. Michele Lee | May 12, 2024 at 4:53 PM

    Thank you for this. 🙏🏻 A most poignant visit during my travels was visiting the Luxembourg American Cemetary, where General Patton is buried. Quite moving seeing thousands of headstones. 😢

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  6. Teagan Riordain Geneviene | May 11, 2024 at 3:47 PM

    Cool… There were several of these days that I didn’t know about, GP. Thanks for posting this calendar. I hope you’re having a relaxing weekend. Hugs.

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    • GP | May 12, 2024 at 7:03 AM

      I’m glad you found it interesting, Teagan.
      Believe me, with the heat we are already experiencing, taking it easy is the only way!

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  7. Simply Splendid Food | May 7, 2024 at 11:48 PM

    I do remember Mother’s Day came from appreciation for Mom during ~ I believe the civil War in the U.S. I think Nixon gave it the official nod. I would have to look it up But, it was military related. I did not know that years ago.The Internet does have its uses. “Playstation hmmmmm! good joke!

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  8. Jennie | May 7, 2024 at 8:24 PM

    Thank you, GP. May is certainly a big month to appreciate out military. 🇺🇸

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  9. Spark of Inspiration | May 7, 2024 at 12:53 PM

    GP, thank you for sharing all of these different Military Appreciation days!! Every day is an appreciation day for our military!! 🙏🌺

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  10. Peter Klopp | May 7, 2024 at 12:51 PM

    We must not forget those who made the supreme sacrifice to defend the freedom we enjoy today. Your post honours those who fought for us. Thank you!

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  11. Dawn | May 7, 2024 at 9:23 AM

    We love what you do.
    I didn’t know there is a K-9 Veteran’s Day – right on and rightfully so.
    Love the memes

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  12. cindy knoke | May 7, 2024 at 2:37 AM

    God Bless the defenders.

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  13. derrickjknight | May 7, 2024 at 2:37 AM

    Your usual fine tribute with such a complete coverage

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  14. Gypsy Bev | May 6, 2024 at 9:02 PM

    What a great list of times to honor our military. Actually, they should be honored every day of the year for providing us freedom.

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    • GP | May 7, 2024 at 6:33 AM

      Yes they should, but many are so single-minded. Thankfully I don’t see that in my readers.
      Keep up you great work as well, Bev!

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  15. doesitevenmatter3 | May 6, 2024 at 5:04 PM

    This is wonderful, GP! Thank you!
    I hope always…but this month, especially, all of them, and their families, feel appreciated and loved.
    I am EVER grateful to our military…past, present…and even future.
    (((HUGS))) 🙏❤️🙏❤️
    PS…The humor you shared is so powerful! 🙂

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  16. Liz Gauffreau | May 6, 2024 at 4:27 PM

    I love the story of the 83-year-old veteran of D-Day.

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  17. John W. Howell | May 6, 2024 at 3:46 PM

    Great reminders, GP. Thank you.

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  18. Rebecca Budd | May 6, 2024 at 3:23 PM

    Thank you for the profound respect that you give to those who have given so much for our countries. I treasure a letter sent to my father thanking him for his contribution, signed by President Truman!

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  19. beetleypete | May 6, 2024 at 1:01 PM

    It’s a great idea to have a month of commemorative events for the brave service men and women. They are so often overlooked in the day-to-day of busy lives. VE-Day used to be remembered a lot here, as did D-Day, but now so many people regard them as ‘ancient history’, it’s a struggle to find much mainstream interest.

    Best wishes, Pete.

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  20. jcalberta | May 6, 2024 at 12:46 PM

    Honored to express my appreciation GP.

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  21. Don Ostertag | May 6, 2024 at 12:42 PM

    Another great post, GP.

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  23. joynealkidney | May 6, 2024 at 11:30 AM

    What a terrific post, GP! That May 4 poem is so poignant. Coloring books. What a great idea for kids who have family members in the military, especially those deployed.

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  24. Kym Gordon Moore | May 6, 2024 at 11:28 AM

    Thanks for highlighting these special occasions for celebrating our military personnel and veterans. May we never forget to honor and celebrate them throughout the year. We cannot AND must not take their service for granted…EVER! 🙏🏼

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  26. Bruce@WOTC | May 6, 2024 at 10:50 AM

    GP, more than ever – in these times – we should be grateful for those who serve and have served, as well as those who lost their lives serving. As well, gratitude for the families of all military personnel past and present.

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  27. Birendra Kumar | May 6, 2024 at 10:26 AM

    Good sharing this every years remember month article.

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  28. shoreacres | May 6, 2024 at 10:13 AM

    I wasn’t aware of the days set aside to honor military spouses and families; thanks for highlighting those, too, GP.

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  29. T. W. Dittmer | May 6, 2024 at 9:54 AM

    Thanks for this post, GP. It’s good that our country tags a month to honor its military personnel, though it should be done year-round.

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  30. Helen Devries | May 6, 2024 at 9:44 AM

    Good to see the families of those who serve being recognised…as those who serve would wish.

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  31. luisa zambrotta | May 6, 2024 at 8:53 AM

    Thanks a lot for sharing this interesting information!

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  32. dlpedit | May 6, 2024 at 8:52 AM

    Thanks for the daily reminders! (I especially liked the anecdote about the 83-y.o. D-day veteran!)

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    • GP | May 6, 2024 at 1:54 PM

      I’ve always liked that one! I also liked that list about ‘You could have heard a pin drop…’ when DeGaulle told Dean Rusk he wanted all Americans out of France, his reply was ‘Including those that are buried here?’

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  33. Brizzy Mays Books and Bruschetta | May 6, 2024 at 8:11 AM

    I have to say that Military Spouse Appreciation Day is such a wonderful concept. Even if it only promotes a better understanding of the challenges faced by military spouses – the regular moves, irregular hours, playing single parent to children whilst the spouse is deployed – that is such a positive.

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  34. equipsblog | May 6, 2024 at 7:51 AM

    Bravo Zulu, GP, as the Navy would say. Also very special thanks for including Hal Simmons in the Farewell Salutes. Since Hal was a Navy vet and a beloved shipmate on the USS Midway (CV-41) Carrier Museum, this is a fitting post for him to be included in.

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  35. lobotero | May 6, 2024 at 7:45 AM

    Personally I think every month should be Military Appreciation……thanx for pointing this out to people chuq

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  36. Maria Holm | May 6, 2024 at 7:37 AM

    Thank you, GP, for all you do every day to honour those who fought for our freedom

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  37. marylou | May 6, 2024 at 7:18 AM

    It’s nice that the month of May has so many special celebrations to thank or remember all those brave soldiers who fought for our freedom and safety.

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  38. swabby429 | May 6, 2024 at 6:59 AM

    Each year, I associate the arrival of spring with the recognition of the sacrifices of our nation’s service personnel.

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  39. Dan Antion | May 6, 2024 at 6:57 AM

    Thanks GP. I hope you don’t mind if I plug the Thursday Doors Writing Challenge – one of the first entries was inspired by the WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C. – There will be at least one more, for Memorial Day.

    These are all important days and people to support, respect and remember.

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  40. beth | May 6, 2024 at 6:51 AM

    Thank you to all for your service!

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  41. GP | May 6, 2024 at 7:50 AM

    Thank you, Ned!

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