Even though Memorial Day has now passed, I have a confession to make. I always considered Memorial Day just another national holiday. Loving history, It wasn’t until I learned about the Memorial Day history, that I grew to appreciate the importance of those who laid down their lives for us all.

Originally called Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and flags, Memorial Day is a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to our country. It...