Military Honors and Parades

Images featuring color guards, military processions, and parades, showcasing honors paid to soldiers, with flags and ceremonial elements prominently displayed.

Usa, Virginia, Arlington. Iwo Jima Memorial, Sunset Parade which consists of a performance of 'The Commandant's Own' Drum and Bugle Corps, the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard.

U.S. Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Owen Gordon assigned to the 9th Battalion, Army Reserves Career Group, St. Charles, Mo., third from left, holds the U.S. Army flag as the color guard presents the colors before the NASCAR Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan., Sept. 11, 2022.

A six-horse caisson carries the body of retired five-star GEN Omar N. Bradley, USA, to his grave site at Arlington National Cemetery. Base: Arlington State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Hallowed Ground. Rememberance Day Parade.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally, on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW-MIA) cause, through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Veterans and their family members march past the Washington Monument during the dedication day parade for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Usa, Virginia, Arlington. Iwo Jima Memorial, Sunset Parade which consists of a performance of 'The Commandant's Own' Drum and Bugle Corps, the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

The 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson Mounted Color Guard lead horseback riders during the Annual Western Breakfast, June 15, 2022, at downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. The event kicked off the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo which will take place July 13-16 at the Norris-Penrose Event Center.

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NEW YORK(MAY 30,2022) U.S. Marine Corps veterans from the Staten Island Marine Corps League Detachment 264 lead active duty Marines of the Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 unit assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), in Staten Island Memorial Day Parade during Fleet Week. Fleet Week New York, now in its 34th year, is the citys time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, and witness firsthand 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.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

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Secretary Gale Norton, fifth from right, Office of Personnel Management Director Kay Coles James, fourth right, and Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks Craig Manson, sixth right, at Department of Interior South Building ceremony marking adoption by Interior employees of U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division and 10th Mountain Division as wartime focal points for volunteer activities

The US Army Reserve's 80th Institutional Training Division rounds the corner at 15th and Pennsylvania Avenue during the 1997 presidential inaugural parade. State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C., where Secretary Dirk Kempthorne participated in the U.S. Park Police motorcycle procession

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Inaugural parade, the Arkansas Army National guard, marches past Freedom Plaza during the 1993 Presidential Inaugural parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The officers, staff and color guard of an Army Special Forces unit march down Pennsylvania Avenue in the Inaugural Parade for President Ronald W. Reagan. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Inaugural parade, the US Army 3rd Infantry, E company, marches down Pennsylvania Ave. during the 1993 presidential parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Army Troopers assigned to the Commanding Generals Mounted Colored Guard, 1st Infantry Division, bear the National, Wyoming state, U.S. Army and 1st Inf. Div. colors in a grand parade during the 126th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo kickoff, July 23, 2022, in Downtown Cheyenne, Wyoming. During the 10-day Worlds largest outdoor rodeo event known as the Daddy of Em All, the 1st Inf. Div. CGMCG conducted opening ceremony colors presentation, participated in grand parades and performed their mounted cavalry tactics demonstration.

Veterans Day

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally, on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW-MIA) cause, through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Sailors smile and wave as they march in the city's victory parade for the returning veterans of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: New York State: New York(NY) Country: United States Of America(USA)

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

The U. S. Military Academy Cadet Color Guard marches down Pennsylvania Avenue during the Inauguration Day parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NEW YORK (Nov 11, 2022) U.S. Marine Corps Quantico Band marches in the New York City Veterans Day Parade. This week, U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Lawrence O. Lawson (WPC-1120) and USS Arlington (LPD-24), a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship, are visiting New York for Veterans Week. Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen are participating in a variety of events in and around the city to honor the service and sacrifice of the nations veterans. Events include the annual NYC Veterans Day Parade, a wreath laying ceremony, participating in the New York Giants Salute to Service game, volunteering at the NY State Veterans Home in Queens and observations of Marine Corps Birthday around the city. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Roan Smith

Marines serving with 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade march down Columbus Avenue and wave to those who came out to see the 143rd Annual Italian Heritage Parade, Oct. 9, 2011. Marines and sailors with the expeditionary force traveled to San Francisco aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard to participate in Fleet Week to showcase the Navy and Marine Corps amphibious nature, readiness and ability to respond to disasters.

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C., where Secretary Dirk Kempthorne participated in the U.S. Park Police motorcycle procession

Various Flags of the Armed Forces, United States Army Parade, Chicago, Illinois

Three Marine sergeants in full dress uniform are part of the parade control team on Inauguration Day. The Marines are standing with two District of Columbia police officers next to the reviewing stands at the White House. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

New York - United States, Veteran day parade, American flags

Members of the Naval Construction Battalion Units 410 and 420 (NCBU-410 and 420) participate in the city's annual Veterans Day parade. Base: Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally, on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW-MIA) cause, through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

A special Joint Chiefs of STAFF (JCS) honor guard participates in the funeral procession for the Unknown Veteran of the Vietnam Era. From left to right: General (GEN) John A. Wickham, USA; Admiral James D. Watkins, CNO; GEN Charles A. Gabriel, USAF; and GEN John W. Vessey Jr., Chairman, JCS. They are accompanied by the senior enlisted men of their respective services. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Office of the Secretary - National Peace Officers' Memorial Service at U.S. Capitol with President George W Bush and Secretary Elaine Chao

Motorcade with President Harry S. Truman and Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi of Iran moves up Pennsylvania Avenue to Blair House. Crowds line the street as police clear the way for the motorcade; welcome banners hang from firetrucks. Washington, DC, Nov 16, 1949.

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Service members from Joint Task Force - National Capitol Region begin the dress rehearsal of the presidential inaugural parade in Washington D.C., Jan. 13, 2013. Military involvement in the presidential inauguration dates back to April 30, 1789, when members of the U.S. Army, local militia units and revolutionary war veterans escorted George Washington to his first inauguration ceremony. (DoD

Spectators crowd along the edges of the parade route as U.S. Navy officers march in the city's victory parade for the returning veterans of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: New York State: New York(NY) Country: United States Of America(USA)

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Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

U.S. Park Police Honor Guard, on hand for annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C.

Secretary Gale Norton, fifth from right, Office of Personnel Management Director Kay Coles James, fourth right, and Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks Craig Manson, sixth right, at Department of Interior South Building ceremony marking adoption by Interior employees of U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division and 10th Mountain Division as wartime focal points for volunteer activities

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C., where Secretary Dirk Kempthorne participated in the U.S. Park Police motorcycle procession

U.S. Military veterans render a salute during the annual National Veterans Day Observance Ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington, Va., Nov. 11, 2022.

Kalamazoo, Michigan, Neo-Nazi leader Bill White is protected by a line of Michigan state police as he shouts at anti-racist protesters during a rally of white supremacists.

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Office of the Secretary - National Peace Officers' Memorial Service at U.S. Capitol with President George W Bush and Secretary Elaine Chao

Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment Caisson Platoon, and the U.S. Army Band, Pershings Own conduct military funeral honors with funeral escort for U.S. Army 1st Lt. Myles W. Esmay in Section 36 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Aug. 1, 2022. Esmay was killed on June 7, 1944 during the siege of Myitkyina, Burma in World War II. From the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) press release: In the spring and summer of 1944, Esmay, an infantry engineer, was a member of Company B, 236th Engineer Combat Battalion, reinforcing the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional), also known as Merrills Marauders. Esmays battalion arrived at the recently captured airfield in Myitkyina, Burma, on May 28, where they were tasked with holding the airfield and taking part in the siege of Myitkyina. On June 4, the battalion attacked Japanese forces at Namkwi village northwest of the airfield. The fighting lasted until June 7.

U.S. Marines of the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point Color Guard march at the front of the 2022 Morehead City Christmas Parade, Dec. 10, 2022, Morehead City, North Carolina. U.S. Marines of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point participated in the parade to show their appreciation for the support continually provided by the community.

The 1st Infantry Division Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard marches in formation, Oct. 1, 2022, in Ogden, Kansas. The color guard led the parade during Ogden's annual "Fall Fest."

Army-Navy Football Game, Philadelphia, 1:30PM. President John F. Kennedy watches the Army-Navy Football Game (United States Military Academy Cadets versus United States Naval Academy Midshipmen) from the Navy side of the stands. L-R: Deputy Secretary of Defense, Roswell L. Gilpatric; Myrtle England DiSalle (wife of Governor DiSalle); Governor of Ohio, Mike DiSalle; President Kennedy; Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral George W. Anderson, Jr.; Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson. Municipal Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Blemish at bottom left of image is original to the negative.

Thirteen motorcycle policemen lead the way down Pennsylvania Avenue for rehearsal for the Inaugural parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

New York - United States, Veteran Day parade

Armed Forces Inaugural Committee behind the scenes. A military escort walks along side escorting a float during the 1993 Presidential inauguration parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 9, 2022) - A Marine assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 1st Marine Division, waves to the crowd while marching in formation during the Italian-American Heritage Parade as a part of San Francisco Fleet Week 2022, Oct. 9, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

011013-F-9825J-003. Subject Operation/Series: NOBLE EAGLE Base: Byrd Field State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

Historic Lexington Cemetery on Memorial Day, 2011 where Revolutionary Soldiers honor fallen soldiers, MA

EVERETT, Wash. (July 4, 2019) Members of the Naval Station Everett Honor Guard lead a military procession through the streets of downtown Everett, Washington during the 4th of July parade. Members of the Navy Band as well as members of the Naval Sea Cadet Corps also participated in the parade.

U.S. Park Police horse mounted patrol unit, on hand for annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C.

Office of the Secretary - National Peace Officers' Memorial Service at U.S. Capitol with President George W Bush and Secretary Elaine Chao

Elks parade , Parades & processions, Flag bearers. Edmund L. Mitchell Collection

Lansing, Michigan, Members of the National Socialist Movement, a neo-Nazi group, rally at the Michigan state capitol building. State police erected chain-link fences and deployed hundreds of police officers to prevent clashes with anti-Nazi protesters.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

FORT CARSON, Colo. -- The Fort Carson Mounted Color Guard salute the colors as they ride by them during the pass and review part of the change of command ceremony between Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, former commanding general, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, and Maj. Gen. Paul LaCamera, new commanding general, 4th Inf. Div. and Fort Carson, March 14, 2013 on Founders' Field.

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Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Elks parade , Parades & processions, Military personnel. Edmund L. Mitchell Collection

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Secretary Dirk Kempthorne with U.S. Park Police for July 4th group shot at Lincoln Memorial, Washington, D.C.

Indiana veterans participate in the dedication day parade for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Park Police horse mounted patrol unit, on hand for annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

LAS VEGAS -- Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Honor Guard carry the colors while leading the Las Vegas Veterans Day Parade Nov. 11, 2010. Airmen from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard also participated in the parade.

Confetti rains down from the windows above as a group of U.S. Navy officers follows another unit marching in the city's victory parade for the returning veterans of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: New York State: New York(NY) Country: United States Of America(USA)

A 3rd US Infantry (The Old Guard) caisson detail waits at the East Plaza of the Capitol for the casket of the Unknown Serviceman of the Vietnam Era to be carried out of the rotunda. The serviceman will be transported to Arlington National Cemetery for a state funeral service and interment at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Family and friends crowd a pier while waiting for the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) to moor. The MACDONOUGH is one of the first ships to return to the U.S. after participating in Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Arizona State Captain Bill Wooster brings the remains of Jerry Lorraine through the Patriot Guard Honor Guard to place in the transfer vehicle that will take him to Oregon.On May 4, 2022 members of the Arizona, Idaho and Oregon PGR collaborated to return the remains of Jerry Lorraine to his birthplace in Salem, Oregon. Lorraine, a Vietnam U.S. Air Force Veteran, residing in Arizona, passed away in December of 2021. His son Jason arranged to return him to his hometown with the help of the PGRs Pony Express. The Arizona PGR met Idaho members in Jackpot, Nevada on the morning of May 4 to transfer and escort Lorraines remains to the Oregon PGR waiting in Ontario, Oregon. Following a brief ceremony honoring Lorraine and making the transfer official the Idaho members escorted Lorraine on his journey home. For the members of the Idaho Patriot Guard Riders Memorial Day is a weekly remembrance. The Patriot Guard Riders are a national organization with state chapters spread out i

U.S. Navy veterans of World War II, calling themselves "Tin Can Sailors", line up behind an identifying banner in front of the National Archives Building during the dedication ceremonies for the U.S. Navy Memorial. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

Police on motorcycles at Phillies World Series victory October 31, 2008 with parade down Broad Street Philadelphia, PA

A supportive member of Ramstein Air Base, Germany holds up a sign welcoming the three released soldiers, STAFF Sergeant Chris Stone, SSG Andrew Ramirez and SPECIALIST Steven Gonzales (Not shown), as they arrive at Ramstein Air Base. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

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U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno accompanies Hon. Michael Bloomberg, Mayor of New York City, and other city officials during the Veterans Day Parade in New York City, New York Nov. 11, 2011.

Plebes march back to the U.S. Army Military Academy after participating in a training exercise at Lake Frederick. Base: West Point State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Marine Corps first all-woman drill platoon marches in formation with M-16A1 rifles. Base: Marine Corps Base, Quantico State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Veteran's Day Ceremony, Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C.

NEW YORK (May 26, 2022) U.S. Marines and Sailors participate in a Freedom Run to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum during Fleet Week New York, May 26, 2022.Fleet Week New York, now in its 34th year, is the citys time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, and witness firsthand 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.

Chain-link fence, bearing flags, hats, rosaries, and other items, that serves as the temporary memorial, near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, honoring thepassengers and crew of Flight 93, hijacked on September 11, 2001. Secretary Gale Norton visited the site to swear in the members of the Flight 93 National Memorial Federal Advisory Commission

A joint services color guard leads the funeral procession for the Unknown Serviceman of the Vietnam Era through a Marine Corps honor cordon. The procession is en route to Arlington National Cemetery where interment will take place at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

101010-N-3610L-463SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 10, 2010) Sailors assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) march in the Columbus Day Celebration Parade during San Francisco Fleet Week 2010. San Francisco Fleet Week highlights the history of the maritime services in San Francisco.

VFW parade, Boston , Parades & processions, Flag bearers, Kilts, Drum majors, Bagpipes. Edmund L. Mitchell Collection

Overview of the assembly area during the Inaugural day parade held on 20 January 1993. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A large crowd of protesters are led by Veterans Against the Iraq War on State Street at an anti-Iraq War protest march in Santa Barbara, California on March 17, 2007

U.S. Park Police Honor Guard, on hand for annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C.

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