Memorial Day

1. Memorial Day is an American holiday, use to be called Decoration Day. This holiday originated in the years following the civil war and became an official federal holiday in 1971.
2. The purpose of this holiday is to honor the loving memory of men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Military.
3. The last Monday in the month of May.
4. A few ways to show respect is visiting ceremonies or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades.
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