Blue Star Memorial-Beaufort National Cemetery

Beaufort South Carolina

Today in the US, we celebrate Memorial Day, a day set aside to honor those who lost their lives while serving in the military. The National Cemetery in Beaufort, South Carolina, lines the central avenue with flags. The 33-acre site has Veterans from every American conflict buried and each grave also has a flag placed upon it.

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Besides the opportunity to pay respect to those who sacrificed so much, the National Cemetery offers an opportunity to learn, revisit history and capture the tranquility of the sacred grounds.

Beaufort National Cemetery Airborne Monument

Memorial Day flags at Beaufort National Cemetery

The flags are placed on each grave by volunteer groups. Each December, the cemetery participates in national Wreaths Across America Day when remembrance wreaths are placed at the gravesites. For more information on how to sponsor a wreath at a National Cemetery click here

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