Thursday, May 24, 2012

RB'S QUESTION OF THE DAY: May 24, 2012: What was the original name of Memorial Day and why was it changed? Did you already know the answer or did you have to research it to answer this question??

What was the original name of Memorial Day and why was it changed?
Did you already know the answer or did you have to research it to answer this question??



1 comment:

RB said...

1868 was the first time DECORATION DAY was observed in the United States to honor the Union and Confederate soldiers who died during the Civil War. In 1882 the name was changed to MEMORIAL DAY to honor ALL United States soldiers who died in service to our country.

God bless.

RB
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