It was BTS’ fandom ARMY’s birthday on Wednesday, July 9. Exactly 12 years ago, in 2013, the K-pop supergroup officially announced the name of their fandom, ARMY, short for Adorable Representatives M.C. of Youth. Around the global community, BTS fans who go by ARMY organized the BTS ARMY Day in many cities, followed by a gathering of fans celebrating. The events include such moments as BTS music marathons, dancing competitions, and team-building activities that reinforce the ARMY community. "ARMY Day" (Hangul: 아미 데이) is a day dedicated to ARMY, being celebrated on July 9. It marks the day when the name "ARMY" was first coined as the official name for BTS fans. On July 9, BTS fans around the world celebrated ARMY Day by sharing personal stories and engaging in philanthropy.
