FOX 29's Alex George has the story. WILDWOOD, N.J. - Memorial Day weekend is often thought of as the unofficial start of summer, but to those who served the day means so much more than warm weather and cookouts.
While the origins of the holiday likely pre-dates the Civil War, the last Monday in May is annually recognized as the national day of remembrance for those who served in the United States armed forces.
In many places, the somber holiday is acknowledged with a parade of service members past and present. The community in Wildwood, New Jersey held its parade on Sunday. RELATED: Patriotic movies and shows you can watch from home on Memorial Day weekend "It's a very emotional day, it's a day that a lot of people don't understand,"