Memorial Day Fun Facts

Memorial Day is upon us. It's a day where we get together with friends and family, grill out, spend time outside and have a great time. Here are some Memorial Day fun facts for you to impress your family and friends with.

1. It is always celebrated on the last Monday in May.
2. Waterloo, New York is the birthplace of Memorial Day.
3. We celebrate Memorial Day to remember those who died in any war while serving with the United States.
4. Congress passed a law in 2000  for Americans to pause at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day to remember and honor the fallen.
5. Over 35 million Americans will travel over Memorial Day.
6. Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day.
7. The American flag is raised to the top of the staff and then lowered to half-staff until noon, where it is the raised full-staff for the rest of the day.

Now when you are bar-b-queuing on Memorial Day, you can think of these Memorial Day fun facts and spend some time remembering those who have fallen and thank the ones that are around you. Happy Memorial Day, have a safe and fun holiday!