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Memorial Day . . .

Started as an effort to recognize and honor those who died in the American Civil War, Memorial Day has grown to become one of the favorite holidays of the year.

It still is primarily intended to honor those who died in the service of their country. However, over the years, all military veterans have been included in the ceremonies of the day.

The day has also become a day for all citizens to recognize family and loved ones who have passed with the decoration of their graves and grave sites.

Our family has traveled on a number of occasions over Memorial Day and it seemed that...