Memorial Day became a federal holiday in 1971. Here is a look at how Americans have celebrated through the years while also honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Hundreds gather paying tribute to fallen service members at the annual Memorial Day Services at Sunset Gardens in Richland.
Join us this Memorial Day to honor those who have served our country! We will raise over 1,200 flags in honor of our brave soldiers and veterans...
It's more than barbeques, mini-vacations, and a day off from work this coming Monday, May 28th.
It's Memorial Day, when we salute those who've served (and are still serving) our country to protect our freedoms and way of life. Here's some celebrations you can attend to honor those vets and their families...
According to a U.S. Army Facebook page:
A coin left on a headstone lets the deceased soldier’s family know that somebody stopped by to pay their respect. Leaving a penny means you visited.
A nickel means that you and the deceased soldier trained at boot camp together...