Memorial Day is the federal holiday in the United States that honors those who have lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military. It has a deep history and significance that goes beyond just being a day off from work or school. It is important that we all remind ourselves of that and the true meaning of Memorial weekend.
The origins of Memorial Day go back to the end of the Civil War. In the years following the end of this devastating conflict, towns across the country began decorating the graves of fallen soldiers to pay tribute to their sacrifice. The first official observance of Memorial Day was held on May 30, 1868, when General John A. Logan declared it a day to “decorate with flowers the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion.”
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