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Origin Origins Civil War Observances Celebration Ceremonies Significance Significance in the U.S.

Memorial Day 2025 Balances Solemn Tributes with Leisure Activities

Observed on May 26 this year, Memorial Day continues to honor fallen service members while marking the unofficial start of summer.

Memorial Day 2024: What's Open and Closed

Memorial Day: From Civil War Origins to National Remembrance

Memorial Day's Complex Legacy: From Civil War Roots to Modern Celebrations