Armistice Day became a national holiday by 1938 and was renamed Veterans Day in 1954. In 1971, Congress changed Memorial Day from every May 30 to the last Monday in May.

In the United States, Memorial Day's purpose is to honor military members who have died, while Veterans Day recognizes the service of all America's veterans.

If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, apparently you’re not alone. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs says people frequently confuse the ...

Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: The difference between the holidays Memorial Day is observed in May, and Veterans Day always falls on Nov. 11, but what's the difference?

What is Memorial Day and how has it evolved from its Civil War origins? The first national observance was shortly after the American Civil War and was then called Decoration Day. Veterans decorated ...

President Donald Trump announced Thursday he wants to rename Veterans Day, a federal holiday on Nov. 11, to “Victory Day for World War I” in a move to purportedly “start celebrating our ...

From “Decoration Day” to Memorial Day In 1868, General John A. Logan, leader of a Union veterans’ group, called for a national day of remembrance for those who died during the Civil War.

President Donald Trump says he’s changing the name of Veterans Day in order to celebrate America’s victory in World War I. Trump made the announcement Thursday night on his social media account.

Memorial Day began as a tradition of honoring America’s fallen soldiers after the Civil War by placing fresh flowers upon their graves. Originally known as Decoration Day, it was recognized as a ...