Memorial Day, an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May, honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. This year, why not observe this day with a more active celebration of those heroes who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms? Here are some suggestions from MemorialDayFoundation.org, to help you Make a Real Memory this Memorial Day.
- Visit a cemetery and place flags or flowers on the graves of fallen heroes.
- Visit a local War Memorial.
- Make a pledge to aid the widows, widowers, and orphans of our fallen dead.
- Make a pledge to aid disabled veterans.
- Participate in a “National Moment of Remembrance” at 3:00 PM local time, to pause and think upon the meaning of the day, and for taps to be played where possible.
- Many Americans consider Memorial Day the unofficial start of summer. Make time today to enjoy your friends, family, and freedoms with a traditional celebration around the backyard grill for a barbecue.