ANNVILLE, Pa.-Allison Jaslow heard it more than once as the long holiday weekend approached-a cheerful "Happy Memorial Day!" from oblivious well-wishers. The former Army captain and Iraq War veteran ...

For many Americans, Memorial Day is more than a long weekend and an unofficial start to the summer season. The real meaning of the holiday is meant to honor all U.S. soldiers who have died serving ...

Amidst the holiday hubbub, the real meaning of Memorial Day can often get lost amidst the excitement of a three-day weekend. While many people are busy hosting barbecues or scouring Memorial Day deals ...

Memorial Day is often seen as the start to summer, but it represents so much more. Many kids simply view Memorial Day as a day off from school, when they get to sleep in and maybe go to the pool or ...