National Wingman Day

Thousands of books have been written about male friendship, and hundreds of films have been made. In everyone’s life, there should be a person on whom you can rely. He is there in difficult moments, often gives important advice, and never tries to avoid a serious conversation. National Wingman Day is a reminder of the importance of communication. It is on February 13.

History

The term “wingman” is sometimes used to describe a close friend. Its original meaning was somewhat different from the modern one. The wingman was originally a co-pilot who monitored the safety of the partner and warned him in case of potential danger. The soldiers became almost like brothers. In their profession, one of the most important criteria was complete trust. Its absence could mean certain death.

The idea of the holiday is to demonstrate the importance of trust and communication. Worthy people become excellent comrades and faithful companions, always being close in difficult times. The wingman is often responsible for the rest of the team. He ensures they don’t commit rash acts, drink too much, or get involved in serious trouble.

Interesting Facts

• The first celebration took place in 2016.
• Similar relationships occur among many men in the real world. Cinema has not overlooked them. In almost all pairs of friends, you can see a crazy young man and his serious friend, who strongly advises him not to do stupid things.
• It’s not just people who can be wingmen. Sometimes, a faithful dog who has come a long way with his master can also take on this role.
• Until the 1980s, no one but the military knew about the word “wingman.” It became popular after the release of a famous action movie in which the pilots used a special technique to win the favor of girls in a bar.

How to Celebrate

The day should be spent with your best friend, who can lend a shoulder in a difficult moment. Thank him for everything he’s done before. You can reminisce about funny stories from the past or offer to switch roles for one day. Now the wingman can allow himself to be silly, and his comrade is responsible for his safety. Consider coming up with a punishment in case of failure.

When is National Wingman Day in 2025?

National Wingman Day is observed on February 13 each year.

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