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Soldiers with the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) place flags at headstones in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., during flags-In, May 23, 2019.

This Memorial Day, remember the ‘others’

There is no shortage of heroes to honor this Memorial Day, whether they were killed on the battlefield or in service during peace time, says the author of this commentary.

By James W. "Bill" Oxford

4 years ago

Wearing face masks to reduce the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus, soldiers from the 3rd Infantry Regiment, also called the "Old Guard," place U.S. flags in front of every grave site ahead of the Memorial Day weekend in Arlington National Cemetery on May 21, 2020, in Arlington, Va.

Memorial Day survival tips for Gold Star families

Like most events and holidays so far this year, COVID-19 has stolen the traditional Memorial Day ceremonies and remembrances we’ve come to expect and cherish.

By Joanne Steen

4 years ago

This year’s annual Memorial Day motorcycle ride will be quieter than past rallies, but not silent

The massive Rolling Thunder ride brought tens of thousands of riders to Washington, D.C. last year, but coronavirus and event complications will mean a very different tribute this weekend.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

VA cemeteries will open to the public on Memorial Day, but wreath-laying ceremonies will be closed

VA is also offering virtual memorials for families of deceased veterans as an alternative way to commemorate their lives.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

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