A float of the Sallie Harrison Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for Armistice Day (Veteran’s Day) festivities in Sanford, Florida, in 1920. Photos taken from the Marco Island Historical Museum exhibition
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A look back at traditions that shape modern holidays
Holidays have been held sacred as times when friends and especially families come together to mark a special, culturally recognized event in a way set apart from the everyday rituals of work and family responsibilities. They are times to create memories, bond over commonly held values and relive and repeat treasured customs and traditions.