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Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for everyone who has died serving in the American Armed Forces. The holiday, originally known as Decoration Day, started after the Civil War to honor the Union and Confederate dead and has continued each year since 1868.

Join the Florissant community for a patriotic tribute and remembrance ceremony this Memorial Day. At the James J. Eagan Center, on Monday May 25, at 9 AM

It is an outdoor event at the flag pole and granite memorial to all service men and women.

There is limited seating available but you are welcome to bring chairs and it is handicapped accessible. This event is jointly hosted by the City of Florissant, the VFW, American Legion, Marine 1St Division, Vietnam Veterans of American, Korean War Veterans of America and Boy Scouts of America

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