Today we"re honoring Americans who gave their lives in military service. Originally known as Decoration Day, the tradition began in the late 1860s after the American Civil War. Communities held springtime tributes by decorating the graves of fallen Union soldiers with flowers. Over time, it expanded to commemorate all US military personnel who died in wars. Locals observe the day with ceremonies and parades across the country.
Memorial Day
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					Wild and beautiful Alaska
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					Boxing Day
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					Sedona, Arizona
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					A Latino art exhibition in Denver
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					It’s oh so quiet
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					In the Navajo Nation for Code Talkers Day
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					Merry Christmas!
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					Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
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					Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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					I see one!
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					‘Think equal, build smart, innovate for change’
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					Southern gemsbok in the savannah, Botswana
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					Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
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