2007-05-26 18:44:44 · 14 answers · asked by Reserved 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
i thought it was to remember war heroes of the past.
and i am not an american, either. hope you're kidding
2007-05-26 18:46:56 · answer #1 · answered by just curious 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It used to be called Decoration Day but was changed to Memorial Day. It is to remember our Military service members that have passed. It has been celebrated since before the end of the Civil War.
2007-05-26 18:53:12 · answer #2 · answered by sharpeilvr 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a celebration of remembrance for the brave service of men and women who gave their lives for their country. Originally, Memorial Day honored those who had died in the Civil War. Now, it honors those who died in the Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam and Desert Storm.
Memorial Day was declared a federal holiday in 1971. We now, designate this day to remember loved ones who have passed on, as well as remembering our service men and women. Flowers and flags are placed on graves in remembrance of them. Parades and dedications of memorials usually are part of the day's activities. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, local marching bands, members of the armed service, fire departments, police departments, and fraternal orders often march in parades and attend ceremonies to commemorate the day.
2007-05-26 18:49:01 · answer #3 · answered by phxmilitarymom 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
To honor all who died in the military.
It started with Civil War dead and was called Decoration Day, because all the graves were decorated, and still are.
2007-05-26 18:47:36 · answer #4 · answered by FL Girl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Remember and reflect on the life you have because of the US veterans.
2007-05-26 18:55:23 · answer #5 · answered by robert p 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can be...the holiday was created to remember those who fought for our freedom and out right to be free.
I tell my kids it is a memory day...a day to remember those who are special to you.
2007-05-26 18:48:27 · answer #6 · answered by Patricia G 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Remebering the loved ones that you have lost over the years
2007-05-26 18:47:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a time of remembrance of the high cost, and sacrifice, of going to war.
2007-05-26 23:14:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
to remember the those lost in war
2007-05-26 18:50:18 · answer #9 · answered by David 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Celebrates Hallmark and all the money they are making from these holidays
2007-05-26 18:48:40 · answer #10 · answered by llllarry1 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋