Alexandria, VA – We all have heard the term “military brat.” Maybe some of you reading right now are one! But unlike the usual connotation of “brat,” this endearing tag is something to be proud of.
The City of Alexandria has proclaimed the month of April 2026 as the “Month of the Military Child.” Further, April 15 is designated as “Purple-Up! For Military Kids” Day in the City and throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia, and residents are encouraged to wear purple to show support for military children. Why purple? In the military, it represents the blending of all service branch colors, symbolizing unity in mission.
Former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger established this annual special recognition of military children in 1986 to show appreciation for their sacrifices, challenges, and resilience and courage growing up in a military family…