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Get ready to honor and pay tribute to the brave spouses of fallen servicemen and women on Gold Star Spouses Day on April 5. This day recognizes the sacrifices made by the husbands and wives of military personnel who have died while serving their country. It was first established in 2010 by Congress as a way to show support and appreciation for these individuals who have endured so much loss and hardship. It's a time to come together as a nation and show our gratitude for their courage, strength, and resilience. So let's take a moment to celebrate these unsung heroes and their unwavering love for their country and their partners.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1947</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gold Star Lapel Button</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Gold Star Lapel Button was approved by Congress to recognize the families of fallen servicemembers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gold Star Wives Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>Gold Star Wives of America was established to support widows and widowers of military personnel killed in service.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition from President Reagan</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Ronald Reagan issued a proclamation acknowledging the importance of Gold Star wives.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Survivor's Pension Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Survivor's Pension Act started offering financial support for surviving spouses and children of deceased veterans of wartime service.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gold Star Spouses Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Gold Star Spouses Day was officially established by Congress to be observed annually on April 5.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Honor a Gold Star Spouse</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Reach out to a Gold Star Spouse in your community and show them your appreciation. This could be through a small gift, a homemade meal, or simply spending time with them and listening to their story.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a memorial service</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many communities hold memorial services on Gold Star Spouses Day to honor and remember those who have lost their military spouse. Attend one of these services to pay your respects and show your support.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a veterans organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use this day as an opportunity to give back to veterans and their families by volunteering at a local veterans organization. This could be anything from helping with administrative tasks to organizing events for Gold Star Spouses.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a Gold Star Spouse charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support the families of fallen service members by making a donation to a charity that specifically supports Gold Star Spouses. This is a great way to show your appreciation and make a positive impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share the stories of Gold Star Spouses</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness and honor Gold Star Spouses by sharing their stories on social media or through word of mouth. This can help educate others about the sacrifices these families have made and highlight their strength and resilience.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Honoring the sacrifices of military spouses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gold Star Spouses Day is a day to recognize and honor the spouses of fallen service members. These brave individuals have experienced immense loss and sacrificed so much for their country, yet often go unrecognized. This holiday gives us an opportunity to show our appreciation and support for them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bringing awareness to the struggles of Gold Star Spouses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gold Star Spouses Day also serves as a reminder to the public of the difficulties and challenges faced by these spouses on a daily basis. It brings attention to the mental, emotional, and financial toll that comes with losing a partner in the military and helps bring support and resources to those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Supporting Gold Star Families</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Besides honoring spouses, Gold Star Spouses Day also recognizes the sacrifices made by children, parents, and other family members of fallen service members. It's a reminder to show support and compassion for these families who have lost a loved one while serving our country.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not just for Wives But For Husbands As Well</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to what the name suggests, Gold Star Spouses Day also honors husbands who've lost wives serving in the military, maintaining an inclusive observance.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Symbolism of the Gold Star</h3><p class='facts-content'>The gold star symbolizes a family member who died in the line of duty while serving their country in the United States Armed Forces.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gold Star License Plates</h3><p class='facts-content'>States like Florida and Arizona offer Gold Star License plates, a special honor for surviving spouses and immediate family members of fallen servicemembers. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gold Star Family Member's Scholarship</h3><p class='facts-content'>Organizations such as the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provide financial aid to children of fallen servicemen and servicewomen, including the Gold Star Scholarship for Gold Star Children.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to Gold Star Spouse’s Day, there’s also Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, observed on the last Sunday in September, to honor the families of fallen servicemen and women.</p></div></div>
Gold Star Spouses Day is celebrated on April 5th every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Friday.
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