memorial day weekend

As much as you may be making plans to travel, do some camping, or get out in the backyard and fire up the grill, remember what Memorial Day is all about. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Do you know the true meaning of Memorial Day? Only 55 percent of Americans know the real meaning. Enjoy the weekend -- but take a moment to remember those we lost as they defended the freedoms we enjoy today.

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Think Stock Memorial Day is for us to remember military men and woman that have died to keep us free. We remember all of those who have died. It also marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill this holiday weekend...