A History of Memorial Day (American University Studies Series IX, History)
Book Details
Author(s)Richard P Harmond, Thomas J Curran
PublisherPeter Lang Publishing
ISBN / ASIN0820439592
ISBN-139780820439594
AvailabilityUsually ships in 2 to 4 weeks
Sales Rank8,703,139
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
Description
A History of Memorial Day is a study of how Memorial Day was viewed by many Americans as a vehicle of both national and international unity. However, this study also examines the surprising amount of controversy elicited by the celebration of Memorial Day, finding that a substantial number of Americans value Memorial Day more as a holiday from work and an occasion for recreation and relaxation than as a time to honor the country’s fallen heroes.
