Four Chaplains Day
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
In 1943, Sacrifice on the. Dorchester. Catholic, Jewish, and Protestant chaplainsâGeorge L. Fox, Alexander D. Goode, Clark V. Poling and John P. Washingtonâgave up their life jackets and prayed together as the U.S.A.T. Dorchester sank
History
Sacrifice on the Dorchester. Catholic, Jewish, and Protestant chaplainsâGeorge L. Fox, Alexander D. Goode, Clark V. Poling and John P. Washingtonâgave up their life jackets and prayed together as the U.S.A.T. Dorchester sank
How It's Celebrated
Four Chaplains Day is observed by recognizing the importance of the day, learning about its background and significance, and sharing awareness with others through conversation and social media. Many people take time to reflect on the meaning of the observance and participate in relevant activities or community events.