The day is set aside to remember those who have served and are serving in the country's armed forces.

设立这个节日是为了纪念那些正在或者已经为国家服役的军人。

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Memorial Day is celebrated on the thirtieth of May in honor of dead Americans who served in the armed forces.

先烈纪念日在五月三十日来庆祝，来纪念阵亡的美军战士。

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The announcement comes as Wales prepares to host the UK-wide Armed Forces Day for the first time on Saturday.

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