Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May at national cemeteries and local cemeteries by placing flowers and American flags on graves of military personnel.
Over 1.1 million men and women have died while serving in the military during war times.
Many memorial services were held in the On Target News coverage area on Monday.