Memorial Day is more than a long weekend, it’s a day of remembrance for those who gave their lives in service to the United States. Their sacrifice paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy. Let us honor them with respect, reflection, and gratitude.
Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades…read more from history.com
“We owe our service members who lost their lives to protect our freedoms a personal debt of gratitude,” said Miller. “Through their sacrifice, they have safeguarded the ideals of our founding fathers, saved our nation, and protected the innocent and liberated the oppressed.”