<P> Memorial Day or Decoration Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country 's armed forces . The holiday , which is currently observed every year on the last Monday of May , was held on May 29 , 2017 . The holiday was held on May 30 from 1868 to 1970 . It marks the start of the unofficial summer vacation season , while Labor Day marks its end . </P>
<P> Memorial Day or Decoration Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country 's armed forces . The holiday , which is currently observed every year on the last Monday of May , was held on May 29 , 2017 . The holiday was held on May 30 from 1868 to 1970 . It marks the start of the unofficial summer vacation season , while Labor Day marks its end . </P>
when was the last time memorial day was on may 29
when was the last time memorial day was on may 29
May 29 , 2017
May 29 , 2017