Memorial Day Research Paper

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For over a hundred years Memorial Day has been celebrated in the United States. Memorial Day was originally called, Decoration Day and it was meant for people to recognize the veterans for their bravery and sacrifice for our nation. Memorial day became a Federal Holiday in 1971 but it was celebrated since 1890. In 1890 Memorial Day was a day to honor only soldiers who took part in the Civil War but after World War 1 it became a day to remember all of the soldiers who have fought for our country. For Most People Memorial Day is just another meaningless tradition. As years have passed, Americans are losing the ability to understand the sentimental feelings behind why Memorial Day is celebrated. Now Memorial Day is viewed as just another day

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