With Memorial Day approaching, DRB Capital wanted to take the time to thank those who have served in the military, along with their families. We are truly appreciative of the service to our country.

As the name of this meaningful holiday tells us, Memorial Day is a time for us to honor and remember the brave individuals who lost their lives while defending the United States of America.

Whether or not you personally know someone who has served in the military, we encourage you to take a moment to honor and remember those heroic individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifices for their fellow citizens this Memorial Day.

The history of Memorial Day is quite long and fascinating, with the first Memorial Day being observed in the northern states on May 30, 1868 and the first Memorial Day in the southern states being observed on April 25, 1866. During this time, the holiday was known as Decoration Day. Although Memorial Day used to be observed every year on May 30th from the years 1868 to 1970, Memorial Day is now observed on the last Monday of May every year. This year, the federal holiday will be observed on May 27, 2019.

We wish everyone and their families a happy Memorial Day weekend, and hope that you enjoy the time with loved ones.