National Memorial Day Parade

These World War I doughboys are members of the Young Marines of the Palm Beaches FL. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

These World War I doughboys are members of the Young Marines of the Palm Beaches FL. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The Ryan H.S. Raider Band, TX, gets ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The Ryan H.S. Raider Band, TX, gets ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Libby Loohovary (left) and Bernal Anasofiy of Durham NC with their dog Misoa pose with members of the US Marine Corp marching unit. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Air Force marching unit get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Drum Major Andy Waiters of the 257th Army Band. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps marching platoon pose with tourists before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps marching platoon pose before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps marching platoon pose before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Parade watcher Nancy Kasler of Washington D.C. poses beside a classic car of the pre-WWII era. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Parade watcher Nancy Kasler of Washington D.C. poses beside a classic car of the pre-WWII era. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

World War II veteran Howard Prowern served with Patton's Third Army at the Battle of the Bulge. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Army Old Guard get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Navy marching platoon rest before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Members of the U.S. Navy marching platoon rest before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Clarity Call of the Cederidge (Colorado) High School Marching Band. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Clarity Call of the Cederidge (Colorado) High School Marching Band. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Clarity Call of the Cederidge (Colorado) High School Marching Band. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The National Capital Wing, Civil Air Patrol gets ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Twin brothers and Zach and Tim Zeliff (age 10) of the Young Marines of Fairfax Co. Va. get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Twin brothers and Zach and Tim Zeliff (age 10) of the Young Marines of Fairfax Co. Va. get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Twin brothers and Zach and Tim Zeliff (age 10) of the Young Marines of Fairfax Co. Va. get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

A member of the Lincoln H.S. Lion Pride Band, CA, gets ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Active duty members of the U.S. Coast Guard pose on the National Mall before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Active duty members of the U.S. Coast Guard pose on the National Mall before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The USO Show Troupe (NYC) pose before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The USO Show Troupe (NYC) pose before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell poses with Airman Jake Deatherage before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell poses with Airman Jake Deatherage before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell poses with acrive duty members of the U.S. Aiir Force before the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Zoe Lawler (left), and Emy Lawler of the Cole Valley Chargers Christian Band, Boise, Idaho, get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Zoe Lawler (left), and Emy Lawler of the Cole Valley Chargers Christian Band, Boise, Idaho, get ready to march. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Representing Italy, Retired General Gianmarco Bellini (left), Alessandro Savientoni and Col. Giovanni Francesco Adamo (Italian Air Atache). Gianmarco Bellini was an Italian Air Force officer who served with U.N. Coalition forces and was a prisoner of war during the First Gulf War. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Representing Italy, Retired General Gianmarco Bellini (left), Alessandro Savientoni and Col. Giovanni Francesco Adamo (Italian Air Atache). Gianmarco Bellini was an Italian Air Force officer who served with U.N. Coalition forces and was a prisoner of war during the First Gulf War. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Representing the Italian military is Alessandro Savientoni. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Marching in the National Memorial Day Parade are members of Operation Desert Storm, now celebrating their 25th anniversary. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Marching in the National Memorial Day Parade are members of Operation Desert Storm, now celebrating their 25th anniversary. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Marching in the National Memorial Day Parade are members of the All-American 82nd Airborne Division of Operation Desert Storm, now celebrating their 25th anniversary. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Marching in the National Memorial Day Parade are members of the All-American 82nd Airborne Division of Operation Desert Storm, now celebrating their 25th anniversary. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Getting ready to march in the National Memorial Day Parade is Michael D. Lonetto of the All-American 82nd Airborne Division of Operation Desert Storm, now celebrating their 25th anniversary. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The Big Idaho Potato float wait on the National Mall for the start of the parade. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Representing the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution are David Adamy, and Cilla Tommy and Darrin Schmidt. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

Representing the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution are David Adamy, and Cilla Tommy and Darrin Schmidt. The National Memorial Day Parade along Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. included marching bands and veterans units from all 50 states and every branch of service. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The Civil Air Patrol Color Guard gets ready to march in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington D.C. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

National Memorial Day Parade

The Civil Air Patrol Color Guard gets ready to march in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington D.C. Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country as veterans and active military alike gather at our prominent national monuments to lay commemorative wreaths and play taps for the fallen. The Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season. Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 30, 2016. (Photo by Jeff Malet)