Today's Memorial Day Parade was magnificent! More than sixty groups proudly marched or rode on floats bedecked with the Amercian Flag including town organizations, clubs, and sports teams. What's more, the Air Force treated us to a flyover!
The beloved event that brings the community together in the name of the many who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom - here at home and throughout the country, was spectacular and HamletHub would like to give a shout-out to the great George Besse, Commander American Legion Post 78, who was at the helm of today's parade!
The patriotism continued in Ballard Park where there will be short speeches, patriotic music and remarks. Powerful were the words spoken by Besse who said in part:
Remembering those who have passed is only half of the task that is before us today. We must also carry their love, honor, and duty forward to future generations. Our children and grandchildren must know who they were, what they did, and why they did it. To do anything less will be a disservice to their sacrifice and their memories.
Please scroll through the photos for a look at the many incredible floats, proud marchers, and joyful townsfolk. For many more photos, visit Ridgefield HamletHub's Facebook page here.
What a great day to be an American and a Ridgefielder!