Memorial Day (originally known as Decoration Day) is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. From 1868 to 1970, it was observed on May 30. Many people visit cemeteries and memorials on Memorial Day to honor and …
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May 05 2020
Social Security Honors Our Military Heroes
On Memorial Day, our nation honors military service members who have given their lives for our country. Families, friends, and communities pause to remember the many great sacrifices of our military and ensure their legacy lives on in the freedoms we all enjoy. We recognize these heroes who, in President Lincoln’s words, “gave the last …
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Dec 04 2018
In The Spirit Of Giving – Veterans Plaza Receives Donation
In November at the Anheuser Budweiser Brewery in Fort Collins, Plant Manager Gary Bocis presented a $10 thousand donation check on behalf of the 73 veteran employees at the plant to the staff at Veterans Plaza of Northern Colorado. In celebration of the event, 73 employees who served in the military were also honored by …
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May 02 2017
Veterans Memorial Day Tributes
Englewood’s Event: Celebrate Memorial Day at Englewood High School on Sunday, May 28. The high school is located at 3800 South Logan Street, Englewood. The ceremony is free and open to the public. Veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms and/or ribbons, and we honor all veterans not just those in Englewood. The first year …
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