Honduran Army Day for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on Friday, October 21st. There are until the next observance.

Honduran Army Day, commemorated on October 21 in Honduras, is an annual event in which the Honduran people honor the country’s military forces. A worldwide celebration, celebrating our servicemen and women is a nation’s way of expressing “thank you,” and that their dedication to our safety is valued. Local celebrations and a large military parade in the country’s main city honor the occasion. It is a crucial day for the country since military combat has tremendously impacted and formed its past and present, and this is a method for the people to stand behind, as well as their armed forces.

๐Ÿ“† When is Honduran Army Day?

This year, Honduran Army Day is on October 21st. It is the 3rd Friday in October; in 2023, it is on Saturday.

Countdown to Honduran Army Day

โ†’ Did you know: Honduran troops are not only trained for war, but they are also involved in fighting crime and drugs.

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๐Ÿ“œ History of Honduran Army Day

Julio Lozano Daz was Honduras’ Vice President in 1954. While President Juan Manuel Gรกlvez was away for medical treatment, Lozano seized presidential authority. He declared himself chief of state in December and began implementing his agenda. In 1956, the military compelled Lozano to retire, but he won a democratic election. The results were called fake, and on October 21, 1956, Daz was removed from office by a military junta.

โ˜‘๏ธ Honduran Army Day facts

โœ… Dynamite comes in small packages
The Honduran army now has a ground force of around 52,000 troops.

โœ… Big spenders
Honduras’ military budget in 2022 was 0.392 billion US dollars.

โœ… The Honduran Army makes the list
The Honduran Army is rated 109th out of 142 countries in terms of military might.

โœจ Things to do on Honduran Army Day

โšก Say “Thank you for your service”
Not only are they willing to fight and die for your safety and freedom. Thousands of people have already done so. When you thank a member of the military for their service, you are thanking the institution as a whole, both in the past and in the present.

โšก Watch the parade
The military march through Tegucigalpa, Honduras’ capital city, is a pleasure for many. Tanks, artillery carriers, and every other part of the land force are part of the parade.

โšก Read up on the history
Honduran Army Day has a long and illustrious history. Continue your research; you’ll be astounded by what you find.

๐Ÿ“… Honduran Army Day Observances

YEAR DATE DAY
2023 October 21 Saturday
2024 October 21 Monday
2025 October 21 Tuesday
2026 October 21 Wednesday
2027 October 21 Thursday

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