WASHINGTON — The Confederate battle emblem on Mississippi's state flag continues to be an emotional ... state’s long history of segregation. Civil rights groups say the presidential ...

In fact, the Confederate battle flag has a complex history that is often underappreciated by both its partisans and detractors, and its meaning has evolved in the years since the Civil War.

He said flags for Civil War soldiers were important because they served not only as the nation's symbol, but also helped guide soldiers in battle. "It was precious and they defended it to the ...

Civil War battle re-enactments in historical costume. Church services. Displays of Civil War relics. Placing of flags and wreaths on Confederate soldier graves and memorials. In states where ...

More than 75 volunteers participated in the flag placement at the Vicksburg National Cemetery Friday inside the Vicksburg ...

The Battle of Chickamauga was fought for three days in September of 1863 during the American Civil War. It was the Union ... Any of these 6 phrases is a red flag in relationships Navy's former ...

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Today, the Star Spangled Salute honors Memorial Day.  It is believed the origins of ...

Memorial Day is not a celebration, but a national reckoning that demands we remember the fallen with reverence and the solemn ...

Learn about the mysterious ghostly “faces” seen on two of Fort Sumter’s Civil War battle flags! According to legend, faces can be seen imprinted on two of Fort Sumter’s authentic battle ...

There are multiple Memorial Day ceremonies across west central Minnesota. See the link below the West Central Tribune listing ...