May 12, 2006
Sinise to Serve as Grand Marshal of National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C.
The National Memorial Day Parade will commence Monday, May 29th to pay tribute to American veterans from the American Revolution to Operation Iraqi Freedom and to honor active duty military personnel and all those who have died defending the United States. Notable veterans from WWI through Desert Storm will serve as grand marshals alongside grand marshal Gary Sinise, the Emmy award- winning actor and film director who is often noted for his efforts in raising awareness about the sacrifices made by members of the military and paying homage to their work.
The National Memorial Day Parade is an annual event in Washington, D.C. and this year steps off at noon on Third St., N.W. and will proceed to Constitution Ave., ending at 15th St., N.W. at approximately 2 p.m.
The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend to show their gratitude, respect and support for the 2.6 million active duty and reservist military personnel stationed around the world and to remember those we have lost.
For more information regarding the parade and parade route Click here
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