Which town in New York is officially credited with starting Memorial Day?

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16 January, 03:37

Which town in New York is officially credited with starting Memorial Day?

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Stephany Farley · Answer 1

Waterloo, N. Y.

Official Birthplace Declared In 1966, Congress and President Lyndon Johnson declared Waterloo, N. Y., the "birthplace" of Memorial Day. There, a ceremony on May 5, 1866, honored local veterans who had fought in the Civil War. Businesses closed and residents flew flags at half-staff.