Before Memorial Day…There Was…“Decoration Day”

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New Journal and Guide

Since May 30, 1868 the nation has uniformly observed a Memorial Day to recognize and remember the sacrifices of the nation’s warriors who served and fell in battle…

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Before Memorial Day…There Was…“Decoration Day”

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