Hug a G.I. Day Date in the current year: March 4, 2018

Hug a G.I. Day On March 4, you can express appreciation and gratitude to those who serve in the United States Armed Forces, because this day is referred to as Hug a G.I. Day.

The term G.I. is used to describe the servicemen of the US Armed Force, primarily the soldiers of the US Army and the airmen of the US Army Air Forces, and items of their equipment. The term originally referred to army equipment made of galvanized iron, but it is often thought to be an acronym of “General Issue” or “Government Issue”.

The origin and the creator of Hug a G.I. Day are unknown, but that does not prevent people from celebrating it. Some think that the date of March 4 was chosen because it sounds like an order, “March forth”. But does it matter? What really matters is that on this day you have an excuse to high people who deserve our gratitude for risking their lives to keep us safe.

So, if you see a military men or woman on March 4, do not be shy and give them a big hug. A simple hug is the easiest way to thank them for their vital service to the country.

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