Memorial Day

https://www.cem.va.gov/history/Memorial-Day-History.asp Feb 28, 2023 "In the waning years of the Civil War (1861–1865) and immediately afterward, communities in the North and South, Black and White, decorated soldiers' graves with floral honors on springtime "decoration days." U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

https://www.npr.org/2017/05/28/530504781/words-youll-hear-memorial-day-dos-and-donts May 28, 2017 This NPR article explains the different purposes of Memorial Day and Veterans Day.

https://www.wsls.com/features/2020/05/25/what-to-say-instead-of-happy-memorial-day May 25, 2020 This WSLS story explains what to say on Memorial Day.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tb1MJfvhgbU May 25, 2025 Memorial Day isn’t about barbecues or beach days—it’s about those American heroes who gave everything for our freedom. THIS 70-SECOND VIDEO CAPTURES WHAT THE DAY IS TRULY ABOUT. 🇺🇸 The White House

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gETWy4lZg_U May 26, 2025 "They gave everything, and we owe them everything and much, much more. Every Gold Star family fights a battle long after the victory is won. And today, we lift you up and we hold you high. Our debt to them is eternal..." –President Donald J. Trump 🇺🇸 The White House

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRXrfs0f1Fo May 27, 2011 Learn more about the History of Memorial Day. #HistoryChannel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7ozdFkwHP8 May 24, 2014 Memorial Day has become the "summer is here" holiday, but of course there's more to it. Historian Kenneth C. Davis, author of the popular "Don't Know Much" history series, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" with a history lesson on the most solemn of the 11 federal holidays.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QlBvP3xYnY Jan 22, 2015 Tribute to America and those who served their country.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRJkj0YfakE May 11, 2015 A video to honor and remember those who have fallen defending our country.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=US-JtMAkLaQ Aug 2, 2013 "History of Memorial Day" Take a closer look at the origin of Memorial Day, a day dedicated to honoring the memory of fallen troops.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34rlZriNzbU May 26, 2019 President Reagan commemorates those Americans who have willingly sacrificed their lives for their country, during the Memorial Day ceremonies held at the Arlington National Cemetery, May 31, 1982. Video (5/28/18) by Airman 1st Class Ryan Brooks, 31st Fighter Wing Public Affairs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm-YkVo9a3w May 20, 2013 At the end of the Civil War, both Union and Confederate soldiers were buried in Arlington. This laid the groundwork for a truly national cemetery. Smithsonian Channel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjBw--ATQ7E Jun 15, 2017 Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Arlington National Cemetery. For information about Arlington National Cemetery, please visit http://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil. Arlington National Cemetery

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQitF73JqJY May 28, 2018 Christian Jacobs honors his father's memory in full uniform at Arlington National Cemetery. Trump White House Archived