Memorial Day 2006

Memorial Day 2006

Monday May 29, 2006

Passed

Upcoming Memorial Day 2006 Dates: The Next 10 Years (Day of the Week & Countdown)

Here’s a list of the next 10 years’ Memorial Day 2006 dates, including the day of the week and how many days remain until each date.

Holiday Date Day Days to go
Memorial Day 2006 May 29, 2006 Monday Passed
Memorial Day 2007 May 29, 2007 Tuesday Passed
Memorial Day 2008 May 29, 2008 Thursday Passed
Memorial Day 2009 May 29, 2009 Friday Passed
Memorial Day 2010 May 29, 2010 Saturday Passed
Memorial Day 2011 May 29, 2011 Sunday Passed
Memorial Day 2012 May 29, 2012 Tuesday Passed
Memorial Day 2013 May 29, 2013 Wednesday Passed
Memorial Day 2014 May 29, 2014 Thursday Passed
Memorial Day 2015 May 29, 2015 Friday Passed

In the United States, the last Monday in May is reserved to remember the people who served in the military but are no longer alive; hence, it is referred to as Memorial Day. The Civil War celebrated a miniature version of this day called 'Decoration Day' to remember the soldiers by decorating their graves with flowers. Eventually, in 1971, Memorial Day was recognized as a public holiday to honor our fallen soldiers who had fought for America's beliefs.

 

Celebrating Memorial Day

 

People often celebrate Memorial Day by laying wreaths at cemeteries and memorials nationwide. Also known as the National Moment of Remembrance, observed at 3:00 PM local time, all Americans are requested to pause for this minute to remember all those who have served. Some visit relatives' graves and place flags or flowers on them in tribute.

 

Meanwhile, veterans and active military personnel are also paraded in several events, thus bringing communities together in remembrance. These moments serve as powerful reminders of the day’s true meaning.

 

Honoring the Spirit of Memorial Day

 

Many people also refer to Memorial Day as the beginning of summer in most American cities. As such, brace yourself for more summer activities since the kids will be going all out for summer. It is also the period when many families and friends congregate for outdoor cookouts, picnics, and other fun-filled activities. In addition to all these activities, warming weather seasons and vacations also mean lots of sales, mostly on electronics or summer gear.

 

However, it’s still important to remember the true purpose of that day: to remember why it is celebrated and not to erase the names of people who served in such wars from memory. Whether participating in local events, visiting a memorial, or simply displaying the American flag, there are many ways to balance the celebration of summer’s arrival with the reflection that Memorial Day calls for.

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