As loved ones prepare to gather this Memorial Day to honor those who have served the nation, they often seek meaningful ways to pay homage. Preserving the memories of veterans honors and saves their stories for future generations. To help make this important task easier, Epson offers a range of tools designed to restore, save, and share an abundance of photos, postcards, handwritten notes, newspaper clippings and more. From scanning a loved one’s past photos and service awards to sharing their journey through a memorial slideshow, to printing keepsakes for people to admire, there are endless ways to appreciate their commitment and courage.
“Every veteran’s story deserves recognition to honor their legacy, educate younger generations and highlight the contributions of veterans in today’s community,” said Nils Madden, marketing director, Consumer Imaging & Printing, Epson America. “With the right technology, these pieces of history can be transformed into thoughtful memorials enabling families and communities to commemorate our nation’s veterans.”
Memorial Day Remembrances
Creating tributes can be a thoughtful way to honor those who have lost their lives in service. To help bring these visions to life, here are a few ideas from Epson to reflect on a friend or loved one’s story:
- Memorial Slideshow: Create a slideshow to honor a person’s journey by collecting and scanning old photos, journal entries, awards, and other memorable keepsakes. Using a dedicated photo scanner, such as the FastFoto® FF-680W, can help to preserve printed photos, while also offering restoration features to preserve memories. Consider adding a personal touch by narrating the slides with your voice using the FastFoto mobile app1 and share at a gathering with friends and family using a projector, such as the Epson EpiqVision® Mini EF22.
- Digital Memory Book: Once photos and memories are scanned, compile a collection of favorites and design a special book that includes written stories, journal entries, and quotes from family members about their favorite memories. Incorporate pictures from childhood through adulthood. This keepsake can be shared online with family around the world or printed as a physical book.
- Online Tribute Page: Use a website or social media platform to share their legacy by posting scanned photos, dog tags, notecards, and more. Some online tribute platforms allow for collaboration, enabling others to contribute their own materials.
- Printed Collages and Frames: Use digitized photos and mementos to create a collage. Whether framing it for the home or sharing with others in a public display, print favorite memories using a home printer like the EcoTank® Photo ET-8550. For a more personal touch, consider creating a shadow box filled with meaningful artifacts, resulting in a heartfelt memorial that tells their unique story.
Regardless of how you do it, Epson encourages everyone to take a moment this Memorial Day to honor the courage, bravery and sacrifice of those who have served our nation.
