While Memorial Day weekend is renowned for being one of the busiest travel periods in the United States and symbolizing the unofficial start of summer, it is important to remember that at its core, this holiday holds a solemn significance. 

It is a time when we come together to pay tribute and show our respect for those who have lost their lives while serving our country.

For more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas spoke with Michael Green, Professor of History at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.