28/05/2012 · Memorial Day was created as an occasion to honor those who have paid the ultimate price to ensure our freedom. It is our opportunity to stop and give thanks for the many who have died protecting ...

26/05/2021 · "Memorial Day is a solemn day to remember men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country," said Wayne Peacock, USAA President and CEO. "USAA is proud to demonstrate the ...

29/05/2021 · Memorial Day “is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of …

Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. The holiday began as a way to honor soldiers who died in the Civil War, but the day now honors …

30/05/2021 · Originally called Decoration Day, what we now call Memorial Day is a 153-year-old observance that began by recognizing the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers.

26/10/2009 · Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2021 will occur on Monday, May 31.

21/05/2020 · “For many Americans, Memorial Day is a much-needed day off to relax and enjoy their family. It is important to understand that it is also a solemn day of remembrance.

however, that the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress, though it is still often called Decoration Day. It was then also placed on the last Monday in May, as were some other federal holidays. Some States Have Confederate Observances

19/05/2021 · Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day began with an idea from General John Logan, as a way to honor the fallen soldiers of the Civil War. The first celebration on May 30, 1868, was held ...