In the United States, Memorial Day's purpose is to honor military members who have died, while Veterans Day recognizes the service of all of America's veterans. Memorial Day is always observed on the ...

TOLEDO, Ohio — It may be considered a holiday that marks the unofficial start of summer, but local veterans explained that people should think twice before saying, "Happy Memorial Day." WTOL 11 spoke ...

Memorial Day has arrived in the United States, with Americans asked to pause and pay tribute to those who fought and died for their country. That observance is marked with ceremonies and even parades, ...

The first national observance was shortly after the American Civil War and was then called Decoration Day. Veterans decorated war graves with blooming flowers. FILE - A member of the Army visits ...