Fast facts about Memorial Day

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u Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in military service to the nation.

u It was officially proclaimed in 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic.

u Now a national holiday, it is observed the last Monday of May.

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