Memorial Day
From Wikipedia,Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces.[1] The holiday, which is observed every year on the last Monday of May,[2] was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who died while in the military service.[1] It typically marks the start of the summer vacation season, while Labor Day marks its end.
Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly to honor those who have died in military service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries.
Memorial Day is not to be confused with Veterans Day; Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving, while Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans.[4]
| Memorial Day | |
|---|---|
| The gravestones at Arlington National Cemetery are decorated by U.S. flags on Memorial Day weekend. | |
| Official name | Memorial Day |
| Observed by | United States |
| Type | National |
| Observances | Remembrance of American war dead |
| Date | Last Monday in May |
| 2014 date | May 26 (2014-05-26) |
| 2015 date | May 25 (2015-05-25) |
| 2016 date | May 30 (2016-05-30) |
| 2017 date | May 29 (2017-05-29) |
| Frequency | annual |
"Picture" of graves decorated with flags at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day 2008.
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