Established to commemorate those who died in the service of their Country, Memorial Day (formerly Decoration Day) is virtually indistinguishable from Veterans Day (formerly Armistice Day) which honors all veterans of all wars.
Regardless, be sure to think of those who gave their lives for this great Nation and their families who endured their loss.
Thank those veterans who are still with us.
They fought and many died so that we could enjoy the liberty and prosperity that we do today.
On May 26, 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a Presidential Proclamation recognizing Waterloo, NY in Seneca County as the Birthplace of Memorial Day.
See: http://www.waterloony.com/mdayhistory.html.
On May 26, 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a Presidential Proclamation recognizing Waterloo, NY in Seneca County as the Birthplace of Memorial Day.
See: http://www.waterloony.com/mdayhistory.html.
