Which statement is false about memorial observances?

• A. Memorial Ceremony is recognized as a Command Program
• B. Memorial Service is religious oriented
• C. Attendance at a memorial ceremony is mandatory
• D. A memorial service can be mandatory

Answer: (D)

Memorial observances in the Army are designed to honor fallen service members and come in two forms: a Memorial Ceremony, which is a formal, non-religious command-led program, and a Memorial Service, which is typically religious in nature and led by a chaplain. The statement that a memorial service can be mandatory isn’t consistent with how these observances are handled. Participation in memorial observances is voluntary; the Army encourages remembrance but does not require soldiers to attend a memorial service, respecting individual beliefs and rights. The other points fit common practice: a Memorial Ceremony is recognized as a Command Program, and a Memorial Service is oriented around religious elements.