Memorial Day, originating after the Civil War, now honors all who died while serving in the military. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, a local project aims to commemorate the nation’s revolutionary beginnings and the burial sites of some of its first veterans. Judy Woodruff, as part of her series ‘America at a Crossroads,’ reports on this effort.
About Judy Woodruff
Judy Woodruff is a senior correspondent at PBS NewsHour. With a journalism career spanning five decades, she has reported on politics and other issues at NBC, CNN, and PBS.
About Sam Weber
Sam Weber is a shooter/producer for PBS NewsHour Weekend, covering topics from minimum wage living to consumer finance. Previously, he worked at ‘Need to Know’ on PBS and public radio. His interests include cycling and supporting the Chicago Bulls.
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