Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last monday of May. Originally called Decoration Day, this day commemorates all militarymembers who have died in our nation's service. There is evidence that this event was organized by women's groups in the South who honored their war dead of the Civil War by decorating their graves with flowers. This day of memorial was extended after World War II to honor all Americans who have given their lives for their country.
There are several medals given to honor our soldiers. Until late 2006, the Medal of Honor was the only service decoration awarded special protection under federal law .
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The Bronze Star is a US Armed Forces individual military decoration and the fourth-highest 
award for bravery, heroism or meritorious service. Awarded to a member of the military, who , while serving in or with the military of the United states after Dcember 6, 1941, distinguished him,or herself by heroic or meritorious achievement while engaged in action against an enemy of the United States.
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award for bravery, heroism or meritorious service. Awarded to a member of the military, who , while serving in or with the military of the United states after Dcember 6, 1941, distinguished him,or herself by heroic or meritorious achievement while engaged in action against an enemy of the United States.The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government to those who distinguished themselves through "conspicious gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty." Due to the nature of the criteria, it is often awarded posthumously.
The War Medal Krigsmedaljen is Norway's war decoration for service during the Second World War. This was instituted by King Haakon VII of Norway by Royal Decree in 1941 and awarded to Norwegian members of the military following WWII. This War Medal was also awarded posthumously to all Norwegians and foreigners who lost their lives in the Norwegian forces and merchant marine as well as the Norwegian Resistance.
Many parades and ceremonies at cemeteries around the United States will find American flags flying proudly while honoring those who gave their lives that we might fly that banner, enjoying the freedom others have fought and died to protect. The bugle notes of "Taps" always brings tears to the eyes of those who remember.
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