"memorial day"

what is memorial day?

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America. 

what is the purpose of memorial day?

remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America

when is it? 

5.22.15

what are a few ways to show honor and respect on memorial day?

1. Take part in the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 pm
Wherever you are, stop, and give a minute of your time for awareness or prayer.

2. Be a part of your communityBefore firing up the barbeque, attend one of those parades or commemorative services. Most cities will hold concerts.  If yours doesn’t, you will be able to catch the televised National Memorial Day Concert on Capitol Hill Sunday evening.

3. Purchase a poppy from a VFW memberThey usually sell them for a donation in front of shopping centers.  Tie a poppy to your purse or your lapel as a reminder to all of us that this isn’t just a day to find great deals on appliances.

what i will do for memorial day is do a moment of silence

and pray for the men and women how have fallen in 

combat.