A Day to Remember in Alexandria

For most of us, Memorial Day marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach sand. Memorial Day – originally­ called “Decoration Day” – unofficially began in 1865 as a way to honor fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. In fact, because of lingering resentment over the war, many Southern states did not observe the holiday until after World War I (they opted for their own Confederate Memorial Day). Memorial Day has since became an occasion to honor fallen soldiers from all wars after WWI. You can find a listing of those from the community who have made the ultimate sacrifice below. Honor them with the traditions of this special holiday:

-Fly the flag at half-staff from dawn until noon, local time.

-Participate in a national “moment of remembrance,” which occurs at 3PM, Washington DC time.

-Place flags on the graves of war dead.

Alexandria Area Casualties of War ...
(Please send additions or corrections for the lists below for Alexandria to info@americantowns.com)


Vietnam War
Michael Norris Colton
Harvey Norman Hedstrom
Robert William Brede


World War II
Click here for a database of local soldiers killed in World War II

Memorial Day Events & Activities
Monday, May 26, 2008 - Memorial Day Parade on Broadway
Saturday, May 24, 2008 - Awake The Lakes Memorial Day Weekend
Sunday, May 25, 2008 - Awake The Lakes Memorial Day Weekend
Monday, May 26, 2008 - Awake The Lakes Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Announcements
Awake The Lakes Memorial Day Weekend