History
What city is known as the birthplace of Memorial Day?
Waterloo, NY
What flower is traditionally worn in honor of Memorial Day?
The Poppy
Who composed “The Star-Spangled Banner”?
Francis Scott Key
Memorial Day was first recognized on what date?
May 30, 1968
What are the branches of the U.S. military?
Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard and National Guard
Memorial Day was originally known as what?
Decoration Day
Where is the largest Memorial Day parade held each year?
Washington, D.C
Who is credited with creating Memorial Day?
General John A. Logan
When was Memorial Day named by the federal government?
1971
“Be all you can be” was the ad slogan for which branch of the U.S. armed forces?
The Army
Which award for military valor in action was first created during the American Civil War?
The Medal of Honor
The National Moment of Remembrance takes place at what time each Memorial Day?
3 PM
Who delivered a widely publicized address at Arlington National Cemetery to an audience of 5,000 participants on May 30, 1868, the first Memorial Day?
James A. Garfield
In what years did the Civil War occur?
1861 to 1865
What high military honor is awarded to individuals who have been wounded or lost their lives in service to their country?
The Purple Heart
Which historical monument was dedicated on Memorial Day in 1922?
The Lincoln Memorial
How should American flags mark Memorial Day?
At half-staff from sunrise until noon, then at full staff until sundown.
Which president officially recognized Waterloo, New York, as the "birthplace" of Memorial Day?
Lyndon B. Johnson
When was “Taps” written?
1862
What is the official song of the U.S. Navy?
Anchors Aweigh
Who was president when Memorial Day was officially recognized as a national holiday?
Richard Nixon
What sporting event is traditionally held on Memorial Day weekend?
The Indianapolis 500.
Who is the only woman to ever be awarded the Medal of Honor?
Dr. Mary Walker, a radical reformer, suffragist, and Civil War surgeon.
When was the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery established?
Nov. 11, 1921
What is the official song of the U.S. Air Force?
Wild Blue Yonder