Confederate Memorial Day - Definition and Overview

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

See also

• Memorial Day
• Vetarans Day
• Holidays of the United States