Gold Star Spouses' Day Pays Tribute to Families of the Fallen
4/6/2017 12:25:00 PM
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- This year you may have noticed something different about the annual day recognized to pay tribute to the contributions of the Gold Star Wives of America. "Gold Star Wives' Day," celebrated annually on April 5, is now "Gold Star Spouses' Day."
"As the military has evolved over the years, so too has the role and demographics of the 'military spouse.' The Gold Star Wives of America organization, while traditionally made up of women, has amended their membership requirements to include all spouses, regardless of gender, as a reflection of these changes," said Stephanie Hunter, Navy Gold Star Program Analyst. "We recognize that the origins of this day are steeped in history and want to honor that past, but we also understand the evolution of today's military culture."
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