Women Veterans Day - June 12th, 2025
So, you guys, I am beyond excited to be talking about Women Veterans Day, which is happening on June 12th, 2025 - mark your calendars! I mean, can we just take a moment to acknowledge how far we've come? From being barred from serving in the military to now having an entire day dedicated to celebrating the incredible contributions and sacrifices of women veterans? It's truly remarkable. A Little Background In 1948, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act, allowing women to serve as regular members of the military. Fast forward to 2018, when the first Women Veterans Day was celebrated on June 12th, coinciding with the anniversary of the Women's Army Corps (WAC) being established in 1943. Since then, Women Veterans Day has become a national celebration, with states, organizations, and communities coming together to honor the country's female veterans. Traditions and Celebrations So, how do people celebrate Women Vete...