Remembering the Reason for Memorial Day
National holidays of honor also need continual communications efforts to remain understood and celebrated. If you had to stand and present the meaning of Memorial Day right now, would you know what to say?
From the National Archives:
Memorial Day is designated as an annual day of remembrance to honor all those who have died in service to the United States during peace and war.
Here are quick resources:
National Archives: Memorial Day: A Commemoration
Wounded Warrior Project: What is Memorial Day? Facts, Meaning, and History
Note the differences between Memorial Day and Veterans Day
PBS: The History of Memorial Day
Looking ahead to the fall, Veterans Day is on November 11, and celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans.