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Monday, May 25, 2020

Memorial Day: Remember and Honor


Memorial Day weekend events in the Rochester area
image credit:  WHECNews


Today is Memorial Day. From the history.com site:


Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2020 occurs on Monday, May 25. 


Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


Like many cities, Cleveland cancelled its 2020 Memorial Day Parade.  Remember and honor fallen troops when gathered around the family dinner table.  


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