Memorial Day - Honor the Military Dead, and Some Others Too

Published: May 29, 2023, 6:30 a.m.

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Memorial Day is when we honor those who died while serving in the armed forces. It dates from 1866, when women decorated graves from both sides of the civil war. Even back then there were female warriors, though most disguised themselves as men. Women can join any branch of the military today, and hiding their sex is no longer necessary. But for years it seemed like women would be better off if they did. But at long last time's they are a-changin.'

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