Excerpt from photos of people observing Memorial Day, 2009.Though no less than seven different cities take credit for the "birthplace" of Memorial Day, President Johnson declared Waterloo, NY the official birthplace of Memorial Day in 1866. Wherever the first memorial day event took place, the practice of honoring veterans who lost their lives in the cause of the country began shortly after the American Civil War. For 144 years, the United States has honored men and women who gave their lives in battle.
Memorial Day ceremonies took place around the country today and in days leading up to Memorial Day.
Photos of observances of Memorial Day around the country and in the Philippines.
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