Why do we have national public holidays? What does each鈥攁nd what do all鈥攃ontribute to our common life as Americans? The American Calendar series explores the purpose and meaning of our civic holidays, showing how their repeated celebration helps unite and identify us as a people and attaches us to our country.
The Meaning of Memorial Day
Why should a nation busy pursuing happiness take time to remember those who have died in the country鈥檚 service? Explore the obligations of national memory and its contributions to America鈥檚 present and future.