By John Byrnes, Strategic Director at Concerned Veterans for America

Memorial Day serves a special and sacred purpose in American civil life. We remember our fallen, while celebrating our nation and the values they died for. We should also remember to honor those who made it home before making their ultimate sacrifice. Our Memorial Day observances should be a reflection, examining duty, sacrifice, service, and purpose.

This holiday comes every year at the end of May and marks the beginning of summer in America. May is both Military Appreciation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month.  

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