Memorial Day began as Decoration Day in 1868 as a way to remember the Union soldiers who died during the Civil War. Less than five months ago, we saw the Confederate flag — a flag representing traitors — being waved inside of the nation’s capitol during the riot/attempted coup.

Above: Zion Hill Cemetery, where flags were recently placed by a family from Chester, Connecticut.

Below: Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch

oldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch

oldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch

oldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch