Friday At The Red Planet 05-29-09

"In Remembrance Of Soldiers"

Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May (May 25 in 2009). Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War (it is celebrated near the day of reunification after the Civil War), it was expanded after World War I to include American casualties of any war or military action.

Memorial Day endures as a holiday which most businesses observe because it marks the beginning of the "summer vacation season." This role is filled in neighboring Canada by Victoria Day, which occurs either on May 24 or the last Monday before that date, placing it exactly one week before Memorial Day.

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Let's acknowledge and remember our soldiers who have fought in previous battles, and those who presently serve our country today...soldiers from all nations around the world, especially those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom and human rights, by coming up with a poem or prose that has to do with battles, wars, or soldiers, famous ones, fact or fiction. It can be something you wrote, a collaborated effort, or one of your favorites by another author.

I know you all have talent and creative abilities, which I'm very proud of. So let's get those creative juices flowing and have a fun and entertaining night of celebration for the dedicated ones who serve their country with heart and passion.