Memorial Day Activities

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for soldiers and sailors who died in the service of our nation. As the parades and barbecues take place across the city, all of us can take a moment to remember those who gave their lives to protect our freedoms.
Memorial Day Activities
Members of the armed forces and others hold up a 100-foot U.S. flag at the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum on Memorial Day, May 31, 2010. (Henry Lam/The Epoch Times)
5/29/2011
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10/1/2015

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Members of the armed forces and others hold up a 100-foot U.S. flag at the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum on Memorial Day, May 31, 2010. (Henry Lam/The Epoch Times)

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