Decoration Day

Decoration Day is the former name of Memorial Day in the United States. Memorial Day began as “Decoration Day” in the immediate aftermath of the American Civil War. It was a tradition initiated by General John A. Logan, leader of an organization for Northern Civil War veterans.

Decoration Day in Andover, MA

1868 Observance Record
1869 Observance Record
1870 Observance Record
1871 Observance Record & Full Oration
1872 Observance Record
1873 Observance Record
1874 Observance Record

2014 Memorial Day Address