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Memorial day marks the beginning of summer, the opening of swimming pools, the end of school and most...

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Memorial Day Weekend Party – An All-American day

Memorial Day Weekend Party – An All-American day

By chris

There are many reasons to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. The beginning of summer, the opening of swimming pools, the end of school, a long weekend and, most importantly, a time for remembrance and observance! Most families have special ways of celebrating the holiday and honoring those who have died serving the country. In these years of war there is a special poignancy to this holiday, so take some time to remember, fly the flag, and enjoy every minute of the long weekend. Memorial Day Party Decorations: There's no such thing as being too patriotic, especially on Memorial Day. A red-white-and blue theme helps us remember our veterans. No symbol is more fitting than the American flag. Now they are even easier to display, with flag poles made specifically ...

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Memorial Day Fun Facts

  • Memorial Day is a day of remembrance of those who have died serving our country.
  • Memorial day was first celebrated on May 30, 1968.
  • On Memorial Day, the flag should be at half-staff until noon, then raised to the top of the staff.
  • Red Poppies are recognized as the Memorial Day flower.
  • "Taps" is often played at ceremonies on Memorial Day.
  • Memorial Day was first called "Decoration Day" because of the practice of decorating soldier's graves with flowers.
  • The official birthplace of Memorial Day is Waterloo, New York.
  • Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer.
  • The Indianapolis 500 takes place on Memorial Day weekend each year.

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