Traditions of Memorial Day Traditionally Memorial Day is viewed as a time of honour and remembrance. In 1968, the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed and as a result the day changed. Originally, the holiday used to be celebrated on May 30, regardless of the day of the week that it fell on. In the late 19th century, the holiday (previously known as Decoration Day) became known as Memorial Day and was expanded to include the deceased veterans of all the wars fought by American forces. Waterloo (New York) was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in May 1966. There was over twenty four cities and towns across the United States that claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. The original national celebration of Decoration Day took place on. It is said to be inspired by the way people in the Southern states honoured the dead.
It started as an event to honour soldiers who had died during the war. History of Memorial Day The history of Memorial Day 2022 dates back to the American Civil War.
Memorial Day 2022 is a day that commemorates all men and women who have died while serving in the military for the United States of America. Significance of Memorial Day 2022 Memorial Day 2022 formally known as Decoration Day, is a federal holiday observed yearly on the last Monday of May.
