Memorial Day Crossword Puzzle



Across
2. Prisoner of war
3. A bugle plays this at the end of the day
8. Outdoor gathering, with hot food
9. City in New York that is called the birthplace of Memorial Day
11. commemorative holiday or monument
13. a formal talk
14. US equivalent of Prime Minister
15. circular garland of flowers or leaves
16. roses
   
Down
1. A person who defends his or her country
4. Memorial Day is considered the start of this vacation season
5. Bands march in these to remember our fallen hereos
6. Who we honor on Memorial Day
7. Location of the American flag on Memorial Day
10. The state of being free
12. nationality of people from the USA
14. Inspired by love for one's country
16. Symbol of our country