National Donut Day Returns With Freebies Galore

Krispy Kreme, Dunkin’, and other chains are giving away free donuts and deals
originated in 1938 to honor Salvation Army volunteers who served donuts to soldiers
Donut shops across the U.S. are celebrating by offering discounts and freebies
The donut has a long, patriotic history in America dating back to World War 1
The U.S. eats more than 10 billion donuts each year, especially in Boston