A Bold Act of Remembrance The first Memorial Day wasn’t created by Congress or a president—it was born from the determination ...

Although Memorial Day now commemorates those who died in all wars, it began when Black people commemorated the Civil War in ...

Explore the history of Memorial Day and the African American contributions to the holiday. Learn about the true purpose and ...

The first Memorial Day tribute was created by newly freed Black Americans in 1865, though racists have tried to erase them ...

Memorial Day is often associated with barbecues, parades, & the unofficial start date of summer, but it’s origin is rooted in ...

Blight, newly freed African Americans who had fought in the Civil War adorned soldiers’ graves in 1865, marking the first Memorial Day on record. Blight’s 2001 book “Race and Reunion ...

Memorial Day's historic origins are found in Charleston's Hampton Park and elsewhere. Remembering US service members' ...

Memorial Day was marked by American flags and motorcade processionals throughout Salisbury on Monday, but another celebration ...

Here’s a thoughtful list of meaningful places where you can pay your respects to Black military personnel this Memorial Day ...

Juneteenth is the next federal holiday. Here's everything to know about the celebration, plus when it is and what it celebrates.

Groveland hosts first Memorial Day ceremony at restored African American Cemetery Published: May 26, 2025 at 6:13 PM Tags: groveland , lake county , memorial day , black history , florida ...