Lighting lanterns
On Memorial Day, we commemorate those who have died in war.
On a Memorial day, We commemorate those who have died.
it is a memorial there to commemorate the victims of the first world war
They put out flags to commemorate the veterans.
It was created to honor both the Confederate and Union Soldiers of the US Civil War.
To commemorate those that have passed away
We commemorate the sailors who died on board the USS Arizona with a memorial. On July 4, we commemorate the birth of the United States as a nation.
in memorial to to commemorate their actions in celebration of their achievements/life
Memorial Day originated after the American Civil War, which lasted from 1861 to 1865. It was established to honor the soldiers who died fighting for the Union. Initially known as Decoration Day, the observance evolved over the years to commemorate all American military personnel who have died in various conflicts. The holiday was officially declared Memorial Day by federal law in 1971.
Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day. This name was used to commemorate the Union soldiers who died during the American Civil War by decorating their graves with flowers. The holiday later evolved to honor all fallen military personnel and was officially renamed Memorial Day in 1971.
To commemorate those who died in the bombing during WW2
Tennessee first observed Memorial Day as a state holiday on June 3, 1871. Initially known as Decoration Day, the holiday was established to honor soldiers who died in the Civil War. The observance later expanded to commemorate all American military personnel who have died in service. Memorial Day was officially recognized as a federal holiday in 1971.