Memorial Day is a U.S. federal holiday celebrated the last Monday in May. Today, Memorial Day is observed in every country where American soldiers are buried. It is a day to honor those who have died defending America's freedom.
Recognizes Federal employees who have given their lives while serving the public. Includes pictures of the memorial, history, and location. http://angelfire.com/biz/Memorial
Explores the Civil War-era origins of the holiday as well as little-known facts about America's wars. From the History Channel. http://www.historychannel.com/memorialday/
Includes historical section, memorials and casualty files, reproductions of writings and speeches, remarks from presidents, flag etiquette, and links. http://www.usmemorialday.org/
Commemorate Memorial Day on the Web. Resources include history and origin, wars fought by US, landmarks of US military, poems, activity idea for kids, buletin board to post tribute, wallpapers, screensavers, and e-greetings. http://www.twilightbridge.com/hobbies/festivals/memorial/index.htm
Information on the inspiration and origins in Petersburg, Virginia, of the National Memorial Day. With Civil War related information and links. http://memorialdayorigin.info/