Hoist the Colors High
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A special holiday paying tribute to fallen soldiers, Memorial Day is an opportunity to remember those who died for the nation in significant and personal ways. Whether hoisting the colors high, adding flowers to soldiers’ graves, reading American history, listening to patriotic music or volunteering, there are many powerful ways to honor the unforgettable sacrifices made.