James A. Garfield, May 30, 1868, Arlington National Cemetery Originally called Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and flags, Memorial Day is a day ...

Wednesday, May 28, is National Hamburger Day, an unofficial holiday that celebrates America’s favorite sandwich. The origins ...

Several chains around the country are offering deals and discounts on hamburgers to celebrate the American fast food staple.

Millions of Americans just spent a relaxing weekend, welcoming summer, wrapping up the school year and graduation ceremonies, ...

Both Columbus, Georgia and Columbus, Mississippi claim the orgins of Memorial Day, but a historian says the commemorations started in Georgia.