Honoring the Fallen: The Meaning of Memorial Day and the Art of Remembrance

Honoring the Fallen: The Meaning of Memorial Day and the Art of Remembrance

Memorial Day is a sacred time of national reflection, set aside to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States. Originally known as Decoration Day, it emerged after the Civil War as a way to remember fallen soldiers by adorning their graves with flowers. Over time, it evolved into a federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May, carrying with it the deep responsibility of remembrance.

Memorial Day Weekend: Hot Dogs, Happy Pups, and a Tribute to Summer Traditions

Memorial Day Weekend: Hot Dogs, Happy Pups, and a Tribute to Summer Traditions

As Memorial Day weekend kicks off the unofficial start of summer, it’s a time when backyards fill with the scent of sizzling barbecue, laughter drifts on the breeze, and four-legged family members circle the grill with hopeful eyes. Few illustrations capture this timeless American scene better than Hot Dogs by Ben Kimberly Prins, originally featured on the cover of The Saturday Evening Post.

Reflecting on Sacrifice: Memorial Day Remembrance

Reflecting on Sacrifice: Memorial Day Remembrance

Every year, as May draws to a close, Americans gather to observe Memorial Day—a time of reflection, remembrance, and gratitude for the men and women who have laid down their lives in service to our nation.