MEMORIAL DAY 2007
Although many Americans regard Memorial Day as a day to remember anyone who has died, especially family members, the holiday actually was created as a day for remembering war casualties, particularly those of the American Civil War. More on the history and rituals associated with this holiday can be found at:
USA.Gov
U.S. Memorial Day.Org
History.Com
Wikipedia
Library of Congress
USA.Gov
U.S. Memorial Day.Org
History.Com
Wikipedia
Library of Congress