Memorial Day Origins
Memorial Day evolved from early gatherings of Civil War veterans into a day honoring all fallen American soldiers, particularly after World War I. The holiday's name transitioned from Decoration Day to Memorial Day in the late 1960s, coinciding with its designation as a federal holiday. While it serves as a solemn remembrance, Memorial Day has also become the unofficial start of summer, marked by cookouts, picnics, and iconic events like the Indianapolis 500.In this clip
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