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Memorial Day, also called Decoration Day

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This day is celebrated in the honor of the soldiers who died for our nation.

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On 30th of May of every year this day is proclaimed by the general John Logan on 5 May. 1868 and officially it was observed on 30 May, 1868.
And in 1873 it was declared a government holiday.
The national moment of remembrance takes place on 3 P. M. on Memorial Day.

This shows the unity of all Americans who honor those who died for our nation.

One other thing is also there through Memorial Day weekend it is a starting of summer vacation season.
So, there are many of the festivals, performances take place.


2,443 posted on 05/27/2011 5:19:10 PM PDT by Dubya (JESUS SAVES)
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MEMORIAL DAY: 'Band of brothers' gathers at Arlington CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF THE STORY
2,461 posted on 05/27/2011 8:16:47 PM PDT by Dubya (JESUS SAVES)
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