Today is National Donut Day. No kidding-... it's a real US holiday,
recognized the first Friday of every June.
Why? Because in WWI there were comfort stations to assist the soldiers. These stations provided physical and emotional nourishment for our soldiers. Female volunteers provided food, including donuts (leading to the moniker Donut Dollies).
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| These Donut Dollies aren't feeding the troops... they're having a snack. |
Later, in 1938 the Salvation Army in Chicago implemented National Donut Day as a way to raise funds to support our troops.
It’s a fun reason to stop and pick up a dozen donuts… but also a great reminder of all the men and women who have risked so much to support our country. So enjoy a donut today… and don’t forget to thank a veteran too!
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