Children of Fallen Patriots Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Military Kids

Children of Fallen Patriots Day is annually observed on May 13. The purpose of this day is to recognise the suffering and sacrifice of children whose parents have been martyred. The purpose is to honour the children whose lives have been tragically altered by a parent’s death in the line of duty. Children of Fallen Patriots Day was founded in 2014 by the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation, an organisation that provides financial education and educational counselling to Gold Star scholars with a parent who was martyred. The 13th of May was selected as Children of Fallen Patriots Day because on that date in 1864, Arlington National Cemetery was established.

The background of Children of Fallen Patriots Day

Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard are the components of the United States Armed Forces. The United States Armed Forces date back to June 14, 1775, when the Continental Army was established prior to the Declaration of Independence and the subsequent founding of the United States. Soon after, the Continental Navy and Continental Marines were formed to assist in the American Revolutionary War. These forces were ultimately disbanded following the Revolution. Between 1784 and 1798, the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Forces were established. The President of the United States held the position of Commander-in-Chief of the entire Armed Forces. In 1790, the United States Coast Guard was established as the Revenue Cutter Service. The United States Air Force was organised on September 18, 1947. The United States Space Force was established in December 2019 as the first new military branch in over 72 years. Prior to this, the Air Force Space Command served as a significant Air Force command.

The members of the Armed Forces run the risk of losing their lives in the course of duty. Frequently, these martyrs leave behind families, particularly children. The purpose of Children of Fallen Patriots Day is to recognise the suffering and sacrifice of children who have lost a parent to sacrifice. The purpose is to honour the children whose lives have been tragically altered by a parent’s death in the line of duty.

Children of Fallen Patriots Day was founded in 2014 by the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation, an organisation that provides financial education and educational counselling to Gold Star scholars with a parent who was martyred. The 13th of May was selected as Children of Fallen Patriots Day because on that date in 1864, Arlington National Cemetery was established.

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5 FACTS ABOUT MILITARY KIDS

Nearly one-quarter of people report having suicidal thoughts, whereas thirty percent say they frequently feel depressed or hopeless.

Approximately two million children have had at least one parent deployed overseas at least once.

Less than one million children have endured the multiple deployments of one or both parents.

About 37% of children with a deployed parent or parents report that they continually worry about their loved ones’ safety.

Due to the fact that military families relocate 10 times more frequently than typical families, the children are unable to establish roots and are continuously adapting to new environments.

CHILDREN OF FALLEN PATRIOTS DAY DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	May 13	Saturday
2024	May 13	Monday
2025	May 13	Tuesday
2026	May 13	Wednesday
2027	May 13	Thursday