American Flag
Our flag has taken on many changes since 1976. But all in all, it still represented the American Dream of freedom for all. The thirteen stripes represent the thirteen British Colonies that declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain and became the first states in the U.S.
The 50 stars on the flag represent the 50 states of the United States of America.
Without that military personnel that has fought for our freedom and proudly gave their lives for us, we could not be as bonded as a nation under God, with liberty, and justice for all.
Fly our flag proudly for our vet's!!
Visit Cemetary/Memorials Virtually
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. People place flags, flowers, potted plants to honor their loved ones. Many Veterans Clubs place individual flags on graves of the vet's.
Each national cemetery will still conduct a wreath-laying ceremony along with a moment of silence and the playing of Taps, which will be live-streamed on the National Cemetery Administration's Facebook page.
Camp/BBQ/Vacation
Memorial Day is the official start of the summer season. This year may have changed many families' plans for travel or vacation during the pandemic, but the spirit of summer is still alive and well in America. People are getting so creative during this COVID19 virus. In Loveland, CO there is a gathering (in your car of course) with 5 comedians on 11th Street downtown. Families are going to the Drive-In Movie. Cocktail hour on Zoom with friends. Even churches are having virtual events.
Whatever it takes to have a sense of community. We will prevail and our veterans have much to do with our pride in America
Thank you veterans and their families for allowing us the privilege of being the Greatest Country in the World.
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