Memorial Day Wishes and Thanks

[El Paso Eagle]

A special thanks to those of you who served and to your family and friends who served. 

 

Edited June 1, 2021 by Coach Andy Mac

[Mo Green]

I think unlike other holidays that's "Happy...", it's remember and HONOR MEMORIAL DAY. Just saying you're never happy when someone dies.

Edited May 31, 2021 by Mo Green

[letsgiveacheer]

Thank you for the sentiment but we have a tendency to get the days confused. Memorial Day is for those that gave their life in the service of their country.  Veterans Day is for those that once served and Armed Forces Day is for those still serving.

[greenminer]

1 hour ago, letsgiveacheer said:

Thank you for the sentiment but we have a tendency to get the days confused. Memorial Day is for those that gave their life in the service of their country.  Veterans Day is for those that once served and Armed Forces Day is for those still serving.

I was just looking this up last night because I wanted to understand the differences.  I am reading some conflicting information: some sources suggest Memorial Day is reserved for those that died while serving, while others suggest it also includes those that have died even after retiring/separating.

[Jonnyeagle]

21 minutes ago, greenminer said:

I was just looking this up last night because I wanted to understand the differences.  I am reading some conflicting information: some sources suggest Memorial Day is reserved for those that died while serving, while others suggest it also includes those that have died even after retiring/separating.

It is only for those who died when serving.  Veterans Day is for all.

[greenminer]