A century after serving in the 39th United States Colored Infantry Regiment, two soldiers are to receive veteran headstones.

The story behind Thomas O’Dea's harrowing drawing of the Confederates' Andersonville Prison in Georgia. Memorial Day events will be held at the site this weekend.

Organizations throughout the Mother Lode will host ceremonies on Monday, May 26, in recognition of Memorial Day and the sacrifices made by U.S. military personnel.