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Memorial Day's Civil War Origins | History Honors 250
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Susan posted on 2026/05/19Did you know Memorial Day has surprising roots in the Civil War? This video uncovers the forgotten story of how formerly enslaved people in South Carolina organized one of the very first commemorations to honor fallen soldiers. You'll learn about this pivotal moment in history and pick up some fascinating vocabulary along the way!
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deserve
US /dɪˈzɚv/
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UK /dɪ'zɜ:v/
- Transitive Verb
- To be worthy of, e.g. getting praise or attention
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US /ɪˈvɑlv/
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UK /ɪ'vɒlv/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To develop certain features
- To develop or change slowly over time
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US /hɑrʃ/
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UK /hɑ:ʃ/
- Adjective
- Rough; tough; hard to experience or accept
- Being severe and unkind
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US /ˈprɑpɚ/
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UK /'prɒpə(r)/
- Adjective
- Correct according to social or moral rules
- Behaving in a polite and socially acceptable way.
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