Memorial Day Flag Garden in Boston Common

SOURCE www.npr.org
37,000 US flags planted in Boston Common to honor deceased military service members on Memorial Day. NPR invites people to share stories of loved ones lost in service for possible feature in newsletter.

Key Points

  • Annual Memorial Day observance in the U.S.
  • NPR call for stories of deceased service members for newsletter feature

Pros

  • Honoring and remembering deceased military service members
  • Community coming together to pay tribute

Cons

  • Potential emotional distress for those who have lost loved ones
  • Limited physical space for all flags to be displayed