Opinion

Why Do We Honor Memorial Day?

Why Do We Honor Memorial Day?
Los Angeles Police Department officers attend a memorial service at LAPD Headquarters in Los Angeles, Calif., on May 28, 2024. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
Christian Milord
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Commentary

Veterans Day in November honors all of the deceased and living veterans that made the commitment to serve this nation. By contrast, Memorial Day is a special day to commemorate the fallen warriors in all of America’s wars abroad and at home since the American Revolution.

Christian Milord
Christian Milord
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Christian Milord is an Orange County, Calif.-based educator, mentor, USCG veteran, and writer. He earned his master's degree from California State University–Fullerton, where he mentors student groups and is involved with literacy programs. His interests include culture, economics, education, domestic, and foreign policy, as well as military issues.