Troop 175 Marches in Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day was first observed on May 30, 1868, when flowers where placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington national Cemetery. Memorial Day is now celebrated in every state to honor Americans who died fighting in any war. Monday May 25th Simsbury celebrated Memorial Day. Many events were held throughout the day including the traditional parade. Troop 175 provided a contingent of scouts and scouters to march to honor the men and women who lost their lives while defending the United States.