May
Advocacy in Action Challenge
Volunteer your time at a local organization that supports minority veterans, or organize a community event to discuss the history of the Civil Rights Movement.
Memorial Day
Don’t Silence the History of Memorial Day
Memorial Day honors military personnel who died in service to their country. As we look for ways to celebrate Memorial Day, retired Army Lt. Col. Barnard Kemter provides an example. We can ensure that military history includes the stories of all the people who served regardless of race. And we can remember and care for all those individuals who chose to join the military.
Honoring Memorial Day
Crossword Puzzle: How much Memorial Day history do you know?
Memorial Day
Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, has its origins in the aftermath of the American Civil War. Today, we can use Memorial Day and its celebrations as a platform for dialogue, unity, and reflection on the shared values of freedom, equality, and the importance of a just society.