In this Memorial Day read aloud worksheet, students read a short text about the observance of Memorial Day. There are no questions to answer here.

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, was first officially observed on May 30, 1868 to honor soldiers who died in the Civil War. It is now celebrated on the last Monday in May and recognizes the efforts of all soldiers who died...

This article describes the Piskariovskoye Memorial Cemetery, where thousands of people from WWII are buried.

A summary of the ANZAC (Australia New Zealand Army Corps) Day traditions, and why it is such a special day in Australia.

Explains the story behind the cannon that the Mexicans tried to capture at the Battle of Gonzales on October 2, 1835. The first shot of the Texas Revolution was fired from the cannon that day.

FAQ about 9/11.