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Why the Army feels safe resuming use of horse-drawn funeral carriages at Arlington National Cemetery
Following a two-year pause, the U.S. Army's Old Guard will in June resume its solemn duty of using horse-drawn caissons for servicemembers being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.
What is Memorial Day and how has it evolved from its Civil War origins?
Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members. But it’s come to anchor the unofficial ...
Learn the story of the man who is credited with starting Memorial Day
The Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery on Harewood Road in D.C. is home to the headstone of the man credited with ...
Senator’s bill would open federal cemeteries to visits on holidays: ‘Honor that they deserve’
A Senate Republican is hoping to ensure that families of fallen loved ones can mourn at their gravesides on federal holidays, ...
WATCH: Soldiers place flags on the graves of fallen service members
Soldiers placed flags one boot's length away from headstones' bases to honor fallen service members this morning.
For 1 sentinel, a final walk at Arlington's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay of Indianapolis has been dutifully guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington ...
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Laguna Beach police honor fallen officer with wreath-laying at Arlington
Laguna Beach police and honor guard members participated in a wreath-laying ceremony to honor fallen motor officer Jon ...
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'Severe weather threat' forecast for parts of US could ruin your Memorial Day weekend
A "severe weather threat" could fuel tornadoes in parts of the Midwest. Rain could fall on event planned Monday at Arlington National Cemetery. ARLINGTON, VA − The weather across a broad range of ...