It has been way too long since my last posting so I have put together a fun set of vintage Memorial Day images that are really colorful and beautiful. I've also included some information about the history of Memorial Day that I thought people may find interesting.
Memorial Day is set aside as a National US Holiday to honor the Men and Women in the military who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives to protect our country. It used to be called Decoration Day which was a holiday created to honor the dead Union soldiers after the Civil War. The first use of the name Memorial Day was used in 1881. It is always observed on the last Monday in May. This year it is May 31st.
Many people observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries and memorials. A national moment of remembrance takes place at 3 p.m. local time. Another tradition is to fly the flag of the United States at half-staff from dawn until noon local time. Volunteers often place American flags on each grave site at National Cemeteries.
Memorial Day is also the unofficial kickoff of the Summer season. Many people like to have cookouts and get togethers, and the pools open! It's the beginning of all the Summer Fun.
So please enjoy the images I put together and please take time to Honor and remember those amazing men and women who gave all for our country.
Memorial Day is set aside as a National US Holiday to honor the Men and Women in the military who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives to protect our country. It used to be called Decoration Day which was a holiday created to honor the dead Union soldiers after the Civil War. The first use of the name Memorial Day was used in 1881. It is always observed on the last Monday in May. This year it is May 31st.
Many people observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries and memorials. A national moment of remembrance takes place at 3 p.m. local time. Another tradition is to fly the flag of the United States at half-staff from dawn until noon local time. Volunteers often place American flags on each grave site at National Cemeteries.
Memorial Day is also the unofficial kickoff of the Summer season. Many people like to have cookouts and get togethers, and the pools open! It's the beginning of all the Summer Fun.
So please enjoy the images I put together and please take time to Honor and remember those amazing men and women who gave all for our country.
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