WWE Announces “Tribute to the Troops” Date and Info

WWE will be doing another “Tribute to the Troops” special this year for the 15th year in a row.

They’ll be taping a two hour show on Tuesday, December 5 at “Naval Base San Diego,” which will air on USA Network on Thursday, December 14 at 8 PM ET.

WWE will also have a SmackDown Live and 205 Live that same day at the Valley View Casino Center in San Diego, which is about a 15 minute drive away from the naval base. We’ll see how exactly WWE decides to do things.

Here’s the info from WWE.com:

WWE thanks America’s Armed Forces with the 15th annual WWE Tribute to the Troops celebration

WWE announced that the 15th annual WWE Tribute to the Troops event will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at Naval Base San Diego with a two-hour special airing Thursday, Dec. 14, at 8/7 C on USA Network.

WWE began Tribute to the Troops in 2003 as a way to honor our servicemen and women and their families, and today it is considered TV’s most patriotic and heartwarming show of the year. In the tradition of Bob Hope, WWE brings together the best of sports, entertainment and pop culture with celebrity appearances and performances from music’s most popular acts.

While in San Diego, WWE Superstars will spend time giving back to military personnel and their families. Activities include a Be a STAR bullying prevention rally, as well as hospital visits and military outreach initiatives at various installations, including Naval Base San Diego, Naval Air Station North Island and San Diego Naval Medical Center.

“We are thrilled to welcome WWE for their 15th annual Tribute to the Troops celebration, continuing what has become a great tradition during the holiday season,” said San Diego Naval Base Commanding Officer Charles Womack. “The servicemen and women of San Diego could not be more excited, and look forward to participating in this inspirational event.”

“It is a privilege to honor our servicemen and women for their commitment and sacrifice to our nation,” said WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon. “Tribute to the Troops is our most meaningful show of the year, and we are proud to continue the tradition at Naval Base San Diego.”