𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 & 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 | We honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

The origin of Memorial Day trace back to 1865 when freed slaves started a tradition to honor fallen Union soldiers and to celebrate emancipation and commemorate those who died for that cause.

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— AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY (@AfricanArchives) May 26, 2024

𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 & 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 🇺🇸

We honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. #MemorialDay pic.twitter.com/OQ5ggZccKH

— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) May 27, 2024

Today and together, we proudly remember and honor the service members and their families who have sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom.

Happy Memorial Day! pic.twitter.com/NpvXp8CYx8

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) May 27, 2024

We honor and remember those who have served our country. Thank you for your courage and bravery. #MemorialDay pic.twitter.com/WSV0suvBhP

— Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (@GCACSports) May 27, 2024