Photo courtesy of the Armed Forces of the Philippines
Top Philippine military official General Emmanuel Bautista on Sunday attended the United States Memorial Day ceremony at the Manila American Cemetery in Taguig City.
Here, the Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff is seen shaking hand with the Commander of the United States Pacific Command, Admiral Samuel J. Locklear III (left).
Memorial Day is a US federal holiday for remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
The holiday, which is celebrated every year on the final Monday of May, was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the Civil War.
By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who have died while in the military service. It typically marks the start of the summer vacation season, while Labor Day marks its end.
Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly to honor those who have died in military service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries.
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