What was the original name of Memorial Day?

What was the original name of Memorial Day?

A Veterans Day
B Decoration Day
C Remembrance Day

Fact: Decoration Day took root after the Civil War, when both Union and Confederate soldiers were memorialized with flowers placed on their graves. At Arlington National Cemetery, where our photo was taken, the headstones are adorned with American flags in a ceremony known as ‘Flags In’ for Memorial Day.

Correct Answer: Decoration Day

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