Memorial Day is a national holiday in the United States, observed on the last Monday of May that is dedicated to honoring and remembering those who have died, regardless of whether they were veterans or not, have died while serving in the United States military. It commemorates those who have made the ultimate sacrifices. You don’t wish folks a happy Memorial Day because it honors those that are not longer with us. The phrase “Lest we forget” that means “It should not be forgotten” or “We should not forget”. It’s commonly used in ceremonies and commemoration to remember the service and sacrifices of those wars, conflicts and peace keeping operations.
The honorable things to say to a veteran on Memorial Day is, I’m thinking of you this weekend, remembering all those who have fallen, I’m grateful for the freedoms we hold and for those who sacrificed. Soldiers display the supreme act of love and selflessness, sacrificing one’s life for others. It states in John 15:13 “Greater love hath no man this, that a man lay down his life for his friend”. And on Memorial Day they sacrificed for their country.
Memorial Day is also a time in the United States when the summer events begin which includes barbecue’s, beach openings and parades.
5 Facts Of Memorial day:
- t was originally called decoration day.
- It was established in 1868.
- The national moment of remembrance is at 3pm local time.
- It’s a federal holiday.
- It marks the unofficial start of summer.
