Historical Events tagged with "weekend"
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First Observance of Memorial Day under New Law
In 1971, Memorial Day was observed for the first time on the last Monday in May, in accordance with the Uniform Monday Holiday Act aimed at providing more three-day weekends for the nation’s workers. Traditionally observed on May 30, this shift was meant to simplify the holiday calendar. The decision reflected changing social structures as more Americans engaged in the workforce and desired extended holiday weekends. This change was part of broader maneuvers to establish fixed holidays that would promote commerce and travel. The nation memorialized its war dead and honored fallen soldiers on this new date.
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