One of the earliest Memorial Day observances occurred on May 1, 1865. Organized by freed slaves and white missionaries.

Hundreds will honor the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day. The ceremony includes a ...

Not only is Memorial Day celebrated in May, but several other holidays that honor those in the military as well.

Though for some the federal holiday, which falls on May 26 this year, also signals the unofficial start of summer, there’s ...

Before it was officially known as Memorial Day, the holiday was widely referred to as Decoration Day. Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971, following the passage of the Uniform ...

Memorial Day, one of the United States' national holidays, is coming up next week. Here's what you need to know about it.

Here are some Memorial Day ceremonies and other related activities people can enjoy this weekend throughout Los Angeles ...

Many organizations across the state will honor fallen service members on Memorial Day. Check out this list to find events ...

Several cities throughout Hampton Roads will honor the sacrifice of the nation’s service members with Memorial Day events on ...

Here's where to find Memorial Day parades across Connecticut this weekend. The Danbury Drum Corps march in the Danbury ...

To honor military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice, Lansing's community gathered on May 24 at Evergreen Cemetery for a ceremony.