When is Wreaths Across America Day and what happens?

IN the United States there are multiple days throughout the year that honor and remember those who have served the country through military service. Wreaths Across America Day is a day to “Remember, Honor and Teach” the organization that carries the mission out is known as Wreaths Across America. When is Wreaths Across America Day? […]

IN the United States there are multiple days throughout the year that honor and remember those who have served the country through military service.

Wreaths Across America Day is a day to “Remember, Honor and Teach” the organization that carries the mission out is known as Wreaths Across America.

When is Wreaths Across America Day?

Wreaths Across America Day takes place annually each December in the US.

In 2021 the holiday will held on December 18 throughout the country.

Primarily the day is honored at Arlington National Cemetery, which is the United States military cemetery in Arlington County, Virginia.

Those who have died serving the country are buried there beginning from those who fought in the Civil War (1861-1865).

What happens on Wreaths Across America Day?

The day is meant to honor those who have served the country in a military capacity.

The organization’s mission is to “Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 2,500 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad,” states the organizations website.

The website explains specifically who is remembered on Wreaths Across America Day.

“From the Revolutionary War to present day conflicts, our veterans are devoted sons and daughters, fathers and mothers, sisters and brothers.”

“They come from all backgrounds in life to place those lives on the line for our freedoms. There are millions of individual stories to tell,” the site states.

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There is currently 4,760 stories on the organizations website made by their supporters.

Those who wish to sponsor someone they want to remember or honor can sponsor a wreath on the website.

One individual wreath sponsorship currently costs $15 according to the site.

What other days does the US honor those who have served?

There are other days throughout the year that honor those who have served the US.

Aside from Wreaths Across America Day below are a few other days to remember:

• Veterans Day, a federal holiday falls on November 11
• Memorial Day, a federal holiday falls on either May 30 or May 31
• Armed Forces Day, May 20