Memorial Day is a solemn occasion to honor and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It’s always heartwarming to hear about soldiers coming home but unfortunately, not everyone gets to go home. While Memorial Day is traditionally marked by parades, ceremonies, and other events, in recent years, social media has become a popular way to commemorate the holiday with images, quotes, and memes.
In honor of Memorial Day, we’ve gathered some of the most thought-provoking and serious Memorial Day memes that capture the gravity of the occasion. Whether you’re a veteran, a military family member, or just someone who wants to pay tribute to those who have served, we hope these powerful images inspire you to reflect on the sacrifices that have been made for our country.
1) Let the Memorial Day memes begin…
“A moment of silence please for the brave men and women, that protected our freedom and did not return to be with us today. My heart goes out to their family and friends on this day, their day, our Memorial Day.”
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“It’s about freedom. Not that extra day off of school.”
3) Memorial Day memes to share with loved ones.
“Memorial Day: A time to remember those who died for our freedoms! I salute you all! Thank you.”
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“For those who understand, no explanation is necessary; For those who don’t understand, no explanation is possible.”
5) Memorial Day memes to share with loved ones…
“Freedom. Won by the sacrifice of many.”
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“God, lift the hearts of those for whom this holiday is not just diversion, but painful memory and continued deprivation. Bless those whose dear ones have died. We remember with compassion those who have died serving their countries.” – Rev. Dick Kozelka, First Congregational Church of Minnesota
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“Memorial Day. In case you thought it was national BBQ day.”
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“Keep the ‘memory’ on Memorial Day. Thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the families who live with their loss.”
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Memorial Day. Just in case you thought it was only about the beach, barbecues, and a 3 day weekend.”
10) Memorial Day memes to honor and remember fallen soldiers…
“Let no vandalism of avarice or neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations, that we have forgotten, as a people, the cost of a free and undivided Republic.” – General Logan, 1868 Founder of Memorial Day. Will you honor and remember? Learn how. Visit www.operationwearehere.com/memorialday.html
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“Memorial Day. Never forget. Forever honor.”
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“On this Memorial Day, remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”
13) Memorial Day memes for the soldiers…
“Once a soldier, always a soldier.”
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“Remember.”
15) Memorial Day memes in memory of those that made the ultimate sacrifice.
“Let’s take some time out of our busy day to pay our respects in memory to those who sacrificed for our freedom.”
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“Thanks to our veterans and soldiers for giving the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.”
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“On this Memorial Day…We remember your sacrifice today and every day!!”
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“Those who deserve the most yet ask for the least. Those are the few that actually stand for the most.”
19) Memorial Day memes to honor those in uniform…
“To those in uniform serving today and those who have served in the past, we honor you today and every day.”
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“Memorial Day. Tonight, approximately 67,000 veterans will sleep in alleys, abandoned buildings, and under bridges because they have no home. This year alone, over 200,000 of them will experience the ravages of homelessness.”
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“We are forever indebted to those who have given their lives that we might be free.” – Ronald Reagan
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“Memorial Day. What American society thinks I represent. What foreigners think I represent. What police officers think I represent. What politicians think I represent. What anti-war activists think I represent. What I actually represent.”
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“Memorial Day. When your worst worries this weekend are burning the meat or if you have enough ice remember those who served to ensure your freedom to BBQ and having bigger concerns while doing so. Like being burnt themselves or if they have enough ammo.”
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“I woke up and they said we won…They never said what we lost.”
25) Memorial Day memes to say “Thank you” to the brave men and women that have served our country.
“Thank you. Honoring those who serve with honor. Cherishing the memory of those who gave everything.”
Please remember…
Please share these Memorial Day memes with your friends and family.
