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05/14/2008 11:08 AM

 

Giorno Delle Forze Armate May 14, 2008 Unless you are someone that can read Italian, Giorno Delle Forze Armate, translates to “Day Of Forces Armed” or better known in English as National Armed Forces Day. The holiday is celebrated on different days depending on your country of residence. The United States celebrates National Armed Forces Day on the third Saturday in. This National holiday was first celebrated in the United States in 1949 and was created to consolidate the observation days of the branches of the military. These branches include the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard There are a number of ways NAFD is celebrated including, parades, open houses, receptions, airs shows, and picnics. The fun begins on the third Saturday of May but due to the often hectic training schedules of the military, many may celebrate this holiday over any period in the month of May. The US Air Force Base Exchange located within the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport in Coraopolis, PA, kicked off the local celebration with an air show this past weekend. (photo from the air show above) Not only does the United States recognize this holiday but also several other nations, including the aforementioned Italian speaking county, will hold an annual Armed Forces Day. Although they may be celebrated on different days throughout the world, the purpose of the celebration still remains the same.