Flag Ceremonies and Parades

Civic and military events showcasing flags, honors to veterans, and community celebrations, emphasizing patriotism and remembrance.

Police officers carrying US flags, New York City, New York, USA, North America
Police officers carrying US flags, New York City, New York, USA, North America
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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Benjamin Hedden, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa command chief, and Suzie Schwartz, wife of retired Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz, cheer on a member of Team US during the Invictus Games 2022, April 17, 2022, in The Hague, Netherlands. Team US has participated in the last three Invictus Games.
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NEW YORK (Oct. 6, 2012) Maureen Murphy, mother of Lt. Michael Murphy and sponsor of the ship bearing her son's name looks back at the Arleigh-Burke class destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) as a military helicopter performs a fly-over maneuver at the conclusion of the ceremony. Murphy is named after Lt. Michael Murphy, a Navy SEAL and Medal of Honor recipient who posthumously received the nation's highest military honor for bravery during combat in Afghanistan in 2005.
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Veteran's Day Ceremony, Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C.
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Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg, Mississippi, for touring, participation in events highlighting the restoration project--funded jointly by the National Park Service and the Friends of the Vicksburg National Military Park and Campaign, as part of the National Park Centennial Initiative--aimed at replacing interpretive battlefield markers and conserving the array of bronze statuary and stone monuments at the Civil War site. Joining Secretary Kempthorne for the events, including the unveiling of the first group of 22 metal markers identifying the specific locations of various Union and Confederate artillery batteries during the siege and defense of Vicksburg, were National Park Service Director Mary Bomar, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Chairman John Nau III, and country music star Trace Adkins, among other dignitaries.
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U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Omar Randall, deputy commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, gives a speech to the people of New Orleans during Lundi Gras at Woldenberg Park, Feb. 12, 2024. Randall spoke about the importance of the contributions the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club has given to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation. The Monday immediately before Mardi Gras Day - also called Lundi Gras, Fat Monday - holds its own ever-evolving traditions and celebrations; prior to 1987, Monday was typically a day of rest; now, Lundi Gras is another day of celebrating prior to Fat Tuesday. Marine Corps
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U.S. Marine Corps Col. Christopher McGuire, incomming Comanding Officer of Weapons and Field Training Battalion, poses for a photo with his family during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 28, 2023. Col. Jackson relinquised command to Col. McGuire, who took charge as the Commanding Officer of Weapons and Field Training Battalion, Marine Recruit Depot, San Diego.
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The Idaho National Guard participated in Boise's downtown Idaho Veterans Parade on Nov. 5, 2022 to honor veterans, past and present. Idaho's governor Brad Little participated in the parade.
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U.S. Army Troopers from the Horse Detachment, Regimental Support Squadron (RSS), 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (11th ACR,) ride in a re-enactment of the last cavalry charge, during a change of command ceremony and community cavalry demonstration September, 14, 2022, at the Horse Detachment Stables, Fort Irwin, Calif. The last cavalry charge performed by the Troopers commemorates the charge that took place May 5, 1916, as the horsemen of the 11th Cavalry rode against the stronghold of Pancho Villa, the famed Mexican revolutionary.
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U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Daniel Dent, commanding general of the Washington Army National Guard, addresses his troops during the first-ever Rainier Stampede at Yakima Training Center, Wash., on Nov. 5, 2022. More than 3,700 Soldiers mobilized from throughout the state to attend leadership training, a barbecue, and a three-mile run.
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A crowd of police officers and their families cheer a presentation of flags during opening ceremonies of the 2000 International Law Enforcement Games. Held in the KSC Visitor Complex Rocket Garden, the ceremony hosted more than 1,850 participants and their families for events that included parades, torch lighting and a tug of war. The games feature officers from 15 countries and 37 United States in competitions around Brevard County, Fla
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Family and friends of crew members from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group wait to welcome their loved ones as the vessels arrive in port. The ships had been deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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The Continental Color Guard (CCG), 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), post the National Colors before the start of the 2012 Army 10 Miler at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Oct. 21, 2012. CCGs mission is to showcase the U.S. Armys precision nationally and internationally and displays the Colors in numerous parades and ceremonies thought the year.
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Banners express the sentiments of crowd members gathered at the ticker tape parade welcoming U.S. military personnel home from deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM State: New York(NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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A 52nd Brigade Engineer Battalion Soldier stands in formation ready to donate toys after conducting a Toy Ruck March to Mountain Post Santa's Workshop at Fort Carson Sept. 1st. Soldiers were full of smiles and joy to donate toys to active duty Soldier Families for the holiday season.
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Around 100 riders from various chapters of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club honored the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers by visiting the Buffalo Soldier Monument at Ft. Leavenworth. The monument tour was sponsored by the Ft. Leavenworth chapter.
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A U.S. Airman assigned to the 354th Logistics Readiness Squadron participates in the Prisoners of War/Missing in Action remembrance run on Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Sept. 16, 2022. During the remembrance run, Eielson Airmen kept the POW/MIA flag in constant motion for 24 hours to honor service members who are prisoners of war or are missing in action.
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NORFOLK (Sept. 12, 2022) Families and friends await the return of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) to Naval Station Norfolk after a regularly scheduled deployment in the U.S. 5th Fleet and U.S. 6th Fleet areas of operations in support of theater security cooperation efforts and to defend U.S., allied and partner interests, Sept. 12.
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NEW YORK (May 30, 2022) USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) Sailors and Navy Junior Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) cadets from Curtis High School at the Annual Staten Island Memorial Day Parade, during Fleet Week. Fleet Week New York, now in its 34th year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen and witness first hand the latest capabilities of todays maritime services. The weeklong celebration has been held nearly every year since 1984 and will host nearly 3,000 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen this year.
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110817-N-AU127-112BOSTON (Aug. 17, 2011) First class petty officers selected to be promoted to chief petty officer sing Anchors Aweigh at Quincy Market during the annual Chief Petty Officer Training Heritage Week aboard USS Constitution. The chief petty officer selects will live and train aboard Constitution, the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat.
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From left, U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Renee Madison, 73rd Troop Command senior human resources sergeant, Master Sgt. Chris Wysong, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery S-1 noncommissioned officer in charge, 174th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, and Sgt. Kyle Smith, an intelligence analyst with Ohio National Guard Joint Force Headquarters, gather for a group photo holding the Flag of Honor after completing the Columbus 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Columbus, Ohio, Sept. 11, 2022. They each ascended 24 floors five times in honor of the firefighters who gave their lives during the events of 9/11.
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NASA astronaut Jack Fischer poses for a group photo at the World War II Memorial with veterans who traveled to Washington, DC with the Buffalo Niagara Honor Flight, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017.
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ST. LOUIS (July 2, 2022) Recruiters assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Mid America participate in Americas Birthday Parade in downtown St. Louis, July 2, 2022. The parade has been a St. Louis staple, celebrating the city, people, community, and country for the last 139 years. NTAG Mid America, part of Navy Recruiting Command, recruits the next generation of Navy Sailors throughout areas encompassing Missouri, Kansas, central and southern Illinois, and a portion of Kentucky.
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NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 9, 2022) - Family members welcome home their Sailors, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78), in Naval Station Norfolk, Oct. 9. Porter returned to Naval Station Norfolk after completing seven years of service and 11 patrols at Naval Station Rota, Spain as a Forward Deployed Naval Forces-Europe (FDNF-E) destroyer.
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Rally to support American troops in Iraq, Times Square
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Rehearsal of Reunion on the Mall. The Joint Service band rehearses at the Lincoln Memorial in preparation for the Opening Ceremonies at the Lincoln Memorial. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division begin All American Week with the Division Run, Sept. 26, 2022, on Fort Bragg, North Carolina. All American Week consists of many sporting events, the Old Timers Breakfast, a memorial ceremony, 10-miler, family fun run, 34-foot tower, Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, and concludes with the Divisions pass and review to celebrate Americas Guard of Honors culture and legacy.
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Biker meeting of army fans from France on the Croisette in Cannes, Cote d'Azur, France, Europe
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Annual Antietam National Battlefield Memorial Illumination ceremony, Sharpsburg, Maryland, with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants
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U.S. Soldiers with the 1069th Military Police Company, 55th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade arrive home and reunite with loved ones after a year-long deployment to Cuba. The Soldiers were also greeted at Harrisburg International Aiport by Brig. Gen. Laura McHugh, Pennsylvania Deputy Adjutant General-Army, and other senior leaders with the Pennsylvania National Guard.
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030717-D-0405B-005. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Fort Stewart State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)