Throughout the world today, flags will be flown, soldiers will march down city streets, and ceremonies held to honor members of the armed services.
Known as Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day or Armistice Day in many countries around the world, the November 11 holiday traces its history to the cease fire of World War 1. Continue reading November 11: Honoring Our Armed Service Members
For people living in the United States, the first Monday in September is Labor Day, a day to celebrate American workers.
And for many people, it means the last long weekend with family and friends before school starts.
Learn about the history of work in the United States, how Labor Day started, and current United State work statistics in this infographic from Office Depot/Office Max. Continue reading Celebrating American Workers: The History of Labor Day [Infographic]
Hope you and your family are enjoying today’s Memorial Day holiday of honoring Americans who gave their lives in service to protect our right to freedom.
For Memorial Day this year, I traveled to Monroe, Michigan to visit two memorials to those who have died in service to our country. Continue reading Memorial Day 2015: Monroe Honors Those Who Have Fallen