Do You Know the Meaning of Memorial Day? Here's the History Behind the Holiday

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Do You Know the Meaning of Memorial Day? Here's the History Behind the Holiday

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17thDay 25 May 2019

Just a short history behind the meaning of Memorial Day!

What's Memorial Day? It's easy to forget, but Memorial Day weekend is much more than an extra day off work to spend hosting a backyard barbecue or taking a day trip with the family. The holiday, which is observed on the last Monday of May every year, falls on May 27, 2019. Although you probably know the special day honors those who lost their lives serving in the U.S. military, you might be unaware of the origins behind the day of remembrance. Here are nine fascinating facts about Memorial Day.

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