Normandy cemetery, France
The Memorial Day is an American holiday observed on the last Monday in May, in honor of the men and women who have died while serving in the United States armed forces.
Memorial Day 2024 is today, Monday, May 27. Originally called Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and was officially recognized as a federal holiday in 1971.
Many Americans celebrate Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorial sites, holding family reunions, and participating in parades.
Unofficially, Memorial Day marks the start of the summer and BBQ season.
