The Veterans Parade to Honor 75th Anniversary of D-Day, Battle of Normandy

On Saturday, November 9, The Veterans Parade is set to take place. Organized by the Lincoln Veterans Parade Group ( www.lincolnveteransparade.org), the parade will begin at 2 p.m. with an opening ceremony at the north Capital Building steps. The parade line will then start from S. 21st and K St. moving westbound to S. 14th St. This year, the Lincoln Veterans Parade Group is honoring the 75th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

The Veterans Parade will have feature floats, vehicles, military organizations, and other civic organizations. Lincoln public and private high school marching bands will be performing as well as high school marching bands from surrounding towns.

The Lincoln Veterans Parade Group was incorporated this year and received its IRC 501(c)(3) status on July 1. The group consists of veterans and civilians alike who want to acknowledge Lincoln veterans and thank them for their service. Antonio Marino holds the position of commander. Other primary Board members are Sandy Marino, Roy Christensen, and James Bunch. Randy Kassebaum has done a fantastic job with the website, graphics, and all the printing. Go to www.lincolnveteransparade.org to see a list of all the sponsors and participating organizations, more on the Battle of Normandy, pictures from last year’s parade, and the parade route.