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Associated Press News on MSN · 2d

What is Memorial Day and how has it evolved from its Civil War origins?

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members. But it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and retail discounts.

APP.com on MSN · 12h

Memorial Day or Decoration Day? Here are your holiday questions answered

Before it was officially known as Memorial Day, the holiday was widely referred to as Decoration Day. Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971, following the passage of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act in 1968, which looked to provide more consistent three-day weekends for federal employees.

StateCollege.com on MSN · 23h

Boalsburg’s Civil War legacy: The Birthplace of Memorial Day

The quiet charm of Boalsburg has deep roots in American Civil War history. Tucked in the shadow of Mount Nittany, this small village has long claimed the title of “Birthplace of Memorial Day.” As the nation prepares to honor its fallen,

Memorial Day, Honoring

The Washington Informer · 2d

Memorial Day: A Celebration of Black Military Service to the U.S.

Explore the history of Memorial Day and the African American contributions to the holiday. Learn about the true purpose and significance of the day.

FOX News on MSN · 14h

Americans should honor Memorial Day in this way, military service members suggest

Memorial Day in NYC's Fleet Week 2025 sees U.S. military members urging Americans to remember sacrifices, share stories and reflect on the Navy's 250 years.

Honoring fallen servicemembers ahead of Memorial Day

Ahead of Memorial Day, veterans and other volunteers are honoring our nation’s heroes. More than 500 flags were placed at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in New Cumberland at graves of servicemembers. They’re veterans from the Civil War to the present day and include two Congressional Medal of Honor recipients.

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Five things to know about Memorial Day

Memorial Day stems from the aftermath of the Civil War, when Americans sought ways to honor the loss of life from that ...

RiverBender.com17h

More Than Just a Long Weekend: Unveiling the History and Traditions of Memorial Day

Did you know that Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day and dates back to the aftermath of the Civil War, making ...

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What's the story behind Memorial Day? The Eugene cemetery helps tell it

Memorial Day started as Decoration Day in 1868. Eugene’s historic cemetery helps keep its Civil War origins alive.

The Daily Signal6h

6 Hollywood Classics Worth a Watch This Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day became an official holiday in 1971, but it started in 1868 as Decoration Day. It began as an effort to remember ...

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Memorial Day 2025: Parades, ceremonies and concerts in the Cincinnati area

The Village of Glendale's annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. May 26 at Glendale Elementary on ...

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Tompkins County Memorial Day event guide: What to do this holiday weekend

The official Tompkins County Memorial Day Ceremony begins at 11 a.m. on May 26 at DeWitt Park. The War Memorial there honors ...

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Mission Accomplished: Three civil war veterans now marking history with new headstones

As I had stated in our interview in November, we went public with our story because we were looking for a kin or relative ...

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New York National Guard headquarters marks Memorial Day with short ceremony

The Soldiers, Airmen and civilians of the New York National Guard’s Latham. New York headquarters marked Memorial Day on ...

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