Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors the men and women who died serving in the U.S. military, originating after the Civil War as Decoration Day when communities decorated graves of fallen soldiers; it differs from Veterans Day, which honors all who have served, and while it has become associated with long weekends and summer activities, its core purpose remains remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
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Memorial Day means different things to different people. For some, it's a long weekend, time off from work, cookouts, family time, vacation, and the unofficial start of summer. But, Memorial Day is really about remembrance. The holiday began after the Civil War as Decoration Day, when communities decorated the graves of fallen soldiers. Today, Memorial Day honors the men and women who died serving in the US military. It's different from Veterans Day, which honors all who have served. So, while you enjoy the holiday weekend, take a moment to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
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