"In Memory of Our Heroes," circa 1908
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Beginning in 1868, May 30 was proclaimed "Decoration Day" as a day for mourners to honor the Civil War dead by decorating their graves with flowers. After World War I, the observance became better known as Memorial Day, and it broadened to honor the dead of all America's wars. Memorial Day was declared a national holiday in 1971.
Beginning in 1868, May 30 was proclaimed "Decoration Day" as a day for mourners to honor the Civil War dead by decorating their graves with flowers. After World War I, the observance became better known as Memorial Day, and it broadened to honor the dead of all America's wars. Memorial Day was declared a national holiday in 1971.
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
circa 1908
Creators
International Art Publishing Co.
Chapman, C. Durand (Cyrus Durand), 1856-1918
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Original art by Cyrus Durand Chapman. Printed in Germany. Published by International Art Publishing Co., New York, New York and Berlin, Germany.
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Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
92.0.97.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in
Width: 5.5 in
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