Military - Greater Groves Community https://www.greatergrovescommunity.com located in Clermont, Fl Fri, 17 Jun 2022 18:53:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.greatergrovescommunity.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/cropped-GGC-icon-32x32.png Military - Greater Groves Community https://www.greatergrovescommunity.com 32 32 Thank you for your Service – Memorial Day https://www.greatergrovescommunity.com/thank-you-for-your-service-memorial-day/ Fri, 27 May 2022 16:49:28 +0000 https://www.greatergrovescommunity.com/?p=7554 In honor of all whom have served and currently serving, WE THANK YOU for service and want to express our heartfelt gratitude for protecting us and our...

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]]> In honor of all whom have served and currently serving, WE THANK YOU for service and want to express our heartfelt gratitude for protecting us and our country.

Memorial Day History

Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.

Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.

 

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