GOP Marks Armed Forces Day on Twitter

Republicans took to Twitter Saturday to commemorate Armed Forces Day.

In the United States, the holiday was created in August 1949 and first celebrated on May 20, 1950.

It salutes those serving in the nation's five military branches — Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard.

The holiday falls near the end of Armed Services Week, which concludes on Sunday.

Similar commemorations are held around the world.

Here are some of the tributes:

Thank you to all of the men and women who have served our country. You are our true heroes! #ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/A3Wus0cRIO

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 21, 2016

We are forever grateful to the men and women who serve our great nation everyday. We salute you. #ArmedForcesDay

— John Kasich (@JohnKasich) May 21, 2016

Thank you to all the men and women who serve our country in the military. We are in your debt. #ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/E81NtEX6hN

— Rep. Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) May 21, 2016

Take a moment today to thank a Soldier Sailor Airman or Marine on #ArmedForcesDay for their service and sacrifice. pic.twitter.com/H8CBxPYi3M

— HASC Republicans (@HASCRepublicans) May 21, 2016

Join us in thanking the brave men and women for their patriotic service in support of our country! #ArmedForcesDay pic.twitter.com/62vUqFFQ10

— Michigan GOP (@MIGOP) May 21, 2016

Today marks #ArmedForcesDay. Let us remember and honor all those who served. pic.twitter.com/KQvEJWpAEe

— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) May 21, 2016

Thank you to every service member who sacrifices to defend our freedoms and protect our safety. #ArmedForcesDay

— Diane Black (@RepDianeBlack) May 21, 2016

Thank You for all you do! pic.twitter.com/tEYvEc0fIJ

— George E. Pataki (@GovernorPataki) May 21, 2016

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