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Memorial Day History - Honoring the Ultimate Sacrifice of America's Heroes

May 28, 2024 · 13m 23s
Memorial Day History - Honoring the Ultimate Sacrifice of America's Heroes
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This epsoide traces the powerful origins of Memorial Day back to the years following the Civil War, when grassroots efforts emerged to honor fallen soldiers. It explores how local commemorations...

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This epsoide traces the powerful origins of Memorial Day back to the years following the Civil War, when grassroots efforts emerged to honor fallen soldiers. It explores how local commemorations by communities and influential figures gradually shaped Memorial Day into a national holiday. The article delves into the evolution of traditions like decorating graves with flowers and holding parades and ceremonies. It highlights how Memorial Day has become an enduring way for Americans to pay tribute to the ultimate sacrifices made by members of the military to defend freedom and democracy.
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Author Katie Brown 2
Organization William Corbin
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