Confederate Memorial Day
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Confederate Memorial Day, also known as Confederate Decoration Day (Tennessee) and Confederate Heroes Day (Texas), is a holiday in parts of the United States. It is recognized by several states of U.S. South as a day to honor those who died defending the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War.
States and Days of Observed:
- Mississippi - Last Monday in April
- Alabama - Fourth Monday in April
- Georgia - April 26
- North Carolina - May 10
- South Carolina - May 10
- Louisiana - June 3
- Tennessee - June 3
- Texas - January 19
- Virginia - Last Monday in May
