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U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown
Memorial Day
Following the conclusion of the Civil War in 1865, Union veteran
leaders established an annual Decoration Day to commemorate the fallen
Union and Confederate soldiers. In the years since, Decoration Day has
expanded to honor all fallen soldiers from every theater of war, and we
now know it as Memorial Day.
This Memorial Day we honor the Ohioans who have laid down their lives
for their country in every conflict from the War of 1812 through the
wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. We have a sacred duty to carry on their
stories and preserve the memories of their heroism.
To remember those who have served our nation in uniform and made the
ultimate sacrifice for our country, the Ohio Western Reserve National
Cemetery in Rittman will hold a ceremony on May 24 at 3:00 p.m., and on
May 25 at 11:00 a.m. the Dayton National Cemetery will hold a ceremony.
As we pause to remember those who have fought to preserve the rights we
hold dear, we must also stand up for their survivors. U.S. Senator
Sherrod Brown (D-OH) is committed to serving our nation's military
families and veterans.
As we observe Memorial Day, the Library of Congress continues to seek
submissions for its Veterans History Project, which collects,
preserves, and presents the stories of American veterans for future
generations. If you would like to learn more about the project, you may
visit the project’s website here.
As the only Ohio Senator to serve a full term on the Senate Committee
on Veterans’ Affairs, the welfare of Ohio’s military members and
veterans is an important issue for Sen. Brown. If you are a veteran or
family member in need of assistance, click here for more information
about how Sen. Brown’s office can assist you.
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