Remembrance Day in the United States

In 1971, Remembrance Day became a national holiday in the United States.Remembrance Day is a national holiday celebrated annually on the last Monday in May.

On this day, we remember American servicemen who died in every war and armed conflict the United States has ever participated in.

The holiday began after the American Civil War and was originally dedicated to Northern soldiers who died in the war.

After the First World War on this day began to remember soldiers who died in all military conflicts.

Since 1971, Remembrance Day has officially become a national holiday in the United States. On this day, Americans visit cemeteries and war memorials; the U.S. flag is lowered until noon local time.

Many Americans consider Memorial Day to be the actual beginning of summer. Traditionally, it is accompanied by family events, picnics and sporting events.