US EditionMore than half of Americans don’t know what Memorial Day is
- Talker Research surveyed 2,000 Americans online between May 9 and May 15, 2025, to assess knowledge about Memorial Day.
- The survey revealed that more than half of participants were unaware that Memorial Day specifically commemorates military members who lost their lives while serving the nation.
- Only 48% knew the true meaning, 35% incorrectly thought it celebrated all military personnel, and 5% wrongly thought it commemorated all public servants who died at work.
- Knowledge varied widely by generation, with 56% of baby boomers answering correctly versus 38% of millennials and 27% of Gen Z respondents.
- The findings suggest a significant knowledge gap persists regarding Memorial Day’s purpose, despite 65% of employed respondents having the day off work.
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Here’s Why Young Americans Don’t Appreciate The Meaning of Memorial Day
When I think of Memorial Day, I think long weekend. I think warm summer sun. Hot dogs and picnics, and throwing a frisbee on a grassy lawn. And if you’re a California native like me, Memorial Day holds an even deeper significance: it marks the start of the summer beach season. That means the sound of the waves, the smell of the salt air, and a good evening bonfire. But obviously, there’s something missing: the actual “memorial” part of Memorial …
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More than half of Americans don’t know what Memorial Day is
Over half of Americans don’t know what Memorial Day is, according to new research. The shocking data was revealed in a new survey of 2,000 Americans, which found that only 48% of respondents knew that Memorial Day is a holiday…
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