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Memorial Day / Date
Mon, May 27, 2024
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The holiday is observed on the last Monday of May, as weather is turning warm and most schools and universities are adjourning for the summer, establishing ...
As a reminder, the ASOM is open on Memorial Day, May 30th- so be sure to come and see “D-Day: Freedom From Above” exhibit!
Oct 27, 2009 · For decades, Memorial Day continued to be observed on May 30, the date General Logan had selected for the first Decoration Day. But in 1968, ...
What is Memorial Day? Observed on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day is an annual day of remembrance to honor all those who died in service to the U.S. during ...
It was formerly known as Decoration Day. In 2024, Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 27.
It was first widely observed on May 30, 1868 to commemorate the sacrifices of Civil War soldiers, by proclamation of Gen. John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the ...
The first national Decoration Day celebration took place a few weeks after the GAR promulgated its G.O. 11, on May 30, 1868, at Arlington National Cemetery, VA.