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Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces. It’s a day to reflect on the sacrifices that have been made for our country and to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as a result of their service. Here are some ideas for how to celebrate Memorial Day. 1. Attend a Memorial Day Parade Many cities and towns host Memorial Day parades to honor fallen soldiers. Attend one of these parades to show your support and pay your respects. You can bring your family and…

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The first celebration to honor veterans, originally called Armistice Day, was held one year after the official end of World War I. The name of this holiday designed to honor all United States veterans was changed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954. From 1971 until 1975, the holiday was held on the fourth Monday of October, but President Gerald Ford returned the date to November 11 in 1975. Here are some ways that you may want to honor the military on Veterans Day. Help Decorate a Cemetery There are many veterans buried in the approximately 10,500 cemeteries in the…

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Whenever November 11th rolls around, are you actually considering what it means, or are you just remembering it’s Veterans Day and going about your day? It’s normal to have the latter attitude, but it’d be a shame if you never really ruminated on the meaning of the holiday. These are some meaningful ways you can celebrate Veterans Day. Talking to Veterans You probably know at least one person in the military. It could be a family member, a friend, or a coworker. If you don’t know any personally, you meet people through local veterans groups. See if they’d be available…

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