Memorial Day, observed annually on the last Monday of May, serves as a solemn time for Americans to remember and honor military personnel who have died in service to the U.S.

As we lay wreaths and wave flags, let us also remember the Black Americans who, in the face of unimaginable adversity, organized one of the earliest Memorial Day commemorations.

We heard stories from all over the U.S., about parents, grandparents, ... "Memorial Day is when I honor those who have sacrificed their lives for this country," said Douglas, 30.

Honor the Constitution. As a Vietnam veteran, I urge everyone to pay special tribute on Memorial Day to the men and women who sacrificed their lives to protect and defend our country’s Constitution.

“Every Memorial Day we honor our past Commanders who are buried in this cemetery,” said Post 24 Commander Henry Dorton. “We also place a wreath at the site of the Unknown Union Soldier ...

There are many upcoming events this Memorial Day weekend to honor and commemorate fallen heroes. May 24: Memorial Miles 5K-Lace up your running shoes for the Dick’s House of Sports Memorial ...

Iowa Veterans Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony – 8 a.m. 34024 Veterans Memorial Drive, Adel. The Iowa Veterans Cemetery will be hosting a ceremony to honor all those who served in the U.S. military.

Pride in past valor may be best expressed in the St. Crispin’s Day speech from “Henry V” (Act IV, Scene iii), delivered by the young king on the eve of the Battle of Agincourt.

At 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, wherever you are, I invite you to join in the National Moment of Remembrance — one minute of silence for those who gave everything so that we may live freely.