Established after the Civil War, Decoration Day was a reunion-like event at cemeteries. Today, it's largely disappeared into ...

The unofficial start of summer is almost here. Take a look at the history behind Memorial Day and when it is in 2026.

As the last Monday in May arrives, communities across the United States come together to commemorate Memorial Day, an occasion to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May to honor fallen U.S. service members. Originally known as Decoration Day, it began as early as 1868 through the Grand Army of the ...