In the U.S., there are several holidays and observances that honor the armed forces − Memorial Day included. Originally called "Decoration Day," Memorial Day dates back to 1860s and commemorates ...

This year, the holiday falls on Monday, May 27. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day was created out of the ...

Traditional observance of Memorial Day has diminished over the years and many Americans have forgotten the meaning and traditions of the day. No longer do many cities and towns hold a Memorial Day ...

Originally known as Decoration Day during the Civil War era, Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971. Here is everything to know about Memorial Day 2024. Yes, Memorial Day is the ...

For those who know their history, the forerunner of Memorial Day, Decoration Day can be traced to the Southern states when women gathered to decorate the graves of the Confederate dead.