Memorial DayMemorial Day is a day of rememberance for those who have served the United States on behalf of the American people.Millions of people have made sacrifices for the United States, and many of them have died while makes these sacrifices.Americans are asked to remember people who fought and died a long time ago.We are also reminded that to this day, American men and women are putting their lives on the line in countries around the world.People who work in noncombat civil service positions are also honored on Memorial Day.Washington D.C. has many war memorials that people can visit to learn about those who have died for their country. Return to the home page