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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.

William H. Taft IV, deputy secretary of defense, far left; GEN. James T. Lindsay, commander-in-chief, U.S. Special Operations Command, center; and Adm. William J. Crowe Jr., chairman, Joint Chiefs of STAFF, honor the flag during the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) activation ceremony. Base: Macdill Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) 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

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

Ramstein Air Base service members show their patriotism by waving their flags at the USO Tour Concert hosted by the Secretary of Defense, The Honorable William Cohen, at Ramstein AB, Germany, on December 17th 2000. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

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Motorcycles are staged around the regimental headquarters building at Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, during a memorial on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 6, 2022. The memorial was conducted in remembrance of the 13 service members who were killed last year during the 26 August 2021 bombing at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.

USA, WA, Whidbey Island. Memorial Day parade on Front St in Coupeville.

An officer representing the crew of the frigate USS MARVIN SHIELDS (FF-1066) rides in the back of an automobile during the "San Diego Salutes the Troops" parade. The parade is being held in honor of all veterans, with special recognition being given to units that took part in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A modified M-151 1/4-ton light utility vehicle equipped with an M-2 .50-caliber machine gun is driven past a group of spectators during the National Victory Celebration parade. The day-long celebration is being held in honor of the coalition forces that liberated Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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Reserve Citizen Airmen in the 433rd Airlift Wing, 960th Cyberspace Wing, 340th Flying Training Group and 23rd Intelligence Squadron take part in San Antonios Fiesta Flambeau Parade, April 9, 2022. This was the first time the four units collaborated to enter a float into the parade.

Veterans attend the 69th National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Nov. 11, 2022.

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120704-M-MX805-273 BOSTON (July 4, 2012) U.S. and coalition service members stand at parade rest during a 4th of July celebration as part of Boston Navy Week 2012. This celebration is one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012. The eight-day event commemorates the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard and coalition ships from around the world.

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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

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

Members of the Buena High School JROTC Honor Guard pass the reviewing stand as representatives from the City of Sierra Vista, Fort Huachuca and NETCOM render a salute to the colors.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Zachary Miller, of the 129th Operations Support Squadron, 129th Rescue Wing, California Air National Guard, interacts with the crowd while riding in a search and rescue tactical vehicle, Aug. 28, 2022, during the Silicon Valley Pride Parade in San Jose, California. The event is California Military Departments fourth Pride parade in 2022 and gives service members an opportunity to march in the communities they serve while also promoting diversity and inclusion.

Employees from Naval Air Station Jacksonville's Naval Air Development Center (NADEP) participate in the cite's annual Veterans Day parade. Base: Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 9, 2022) - Sailors assigned to Navy Band Southwest and Marines assigned to the 1st Marine Division Band march together in a performance 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.

The U.S. Air Force Total Force Band plays in the Tournament of Roses Parade Jan. 1, 2022, in Pasadena, California. Americas Air Force participated in Americas New Year Celebration that includes the Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl Game, to kick-off 2022 and a yearlong celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Department of the Air Force.

030322-F-7709W-004. Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC

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

State Funeral of President Kennedy: Departure from the White House and Procession to the United States Capitol. The funeral procession of President John F. Kennedy departs the White House for the Capitol Building; members of the Color Guard line the North Lawn driveway. White House, 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

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011027-F-0966E-009. Complete Scene Caption: Americans show their support and patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will demonstrate to the world that the actions of September 11 and the recent anthrax exposures have not diminished our resolve, but have actually served to strengthened our unity as a nation." Base: Liberty State Park State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States O

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

Spectators cover the Mall as they turn out for the United Service Organizations Show, part of the National Victory Celebration which is being held in honor of the Allied forces' liberation of Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from the 561st Regional Support Group (RSG) participate in a parade as part of a community relations event, on October 7,2022 in Omaha, NE. Soldiers from the 561st RSG participated in a parade and static display at Omaha Northwest High school as part of a community relations event coordinated with the North Omaha recruiting station.

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A Navy band plays as friends and family wait for crewmen of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) to come ashore. This is the last time the KENNEDY will return to Norfolk before moving to its new home port of Mayport, Fla. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Jan. 25, 2024) JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Jan. 25, 2024) Capt. Paul Davis, Director of Maritime Operations, Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, speaks during the change of command ceremony for the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754) on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 25, 2024. Topeka, commissioned Oct. 21, 1989, is the third ship of the United States Navy named for the city of Topeka, Kan., and is the fourth improved Los Angeles-class submarine.

Practice Inaugural Parade. 10 January 1993 the US Navy Band participates in the Inaugural parade practice in front of the Presidential reviewing stand at the White House. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

September 11th remembrance ceremony held in front of NASA Research Park Bldg-17 (Lunar Science Institute) hosted by the American Legion, Post 881, Moffett Field.

A crowd awaits the arrival of former prisoners of war who were released from captivity in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland(MD) Country: United States Of America(USA)

SAN FRANCISCO (October 9, 2022) U.S. Marines, Sailors, Coast Guardsman, and local authorities participate in the Italian Heritage Parade during San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW). 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 event, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

Family members and friends wait on a pier for the return of a ship from the Persian Gulf region. Five ships of the aircraft USS SARATOGA (CV-60) battle group are coming home to Mayport today after serving in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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A military veteran poses for a photograph in the opposition camp against the Dakota Access oil pipeline on December 4, 2016. Cannon Ball, North Dakota, United States.

A mock maintenance convoy team participates in an Independence Day Parade July 4, 2022, in downtown Great Falls, Mont. Malmstrom Air Force Bases mission consists of year-round operations within a 13,800-square mile missile complex in the state of Montana.

A rear view of distinguished guests on the speakers platform as they watch the nuclear-powered attack submarine NORFOLK (SSN-714) slide down the ways amid a barrage of just-released red, white, and blue balloons. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) 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

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Arrival of late U.S. President John Kennedys casket, followed by Jacqueline Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, Jean Kennedy Smith, Ethel Kennedy, Robert McNamara, and others, White House, Washington, D.C., USA, Cecil Stoughton, White House Photographs, November 23, 1963

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

SAN FRANCISCO (October 9, 2022) U.S. Marines, Sailors, Coast Guardsman, and local authorities participate in the Italian Heritage Parade during San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW). 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 event, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

Family members and friends gathered to meet the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG-39) and the guided missile frigate USS NICHOLAS (FFG-47). The ships are returning to Charleston following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Base, Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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221105-N-LZ409-1039 LIHUE, HI (Nov. 5, 2022) Sailors assigned to Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF), Barking Sands, march in the Kaua`i Veterans Day Parade in downtown Lihue. PMRF is the world’s largest instrumented multi-environment range capable of supporting surface, subsurface, air and space operations simultaneously.

Aviation Electrician Mate 1st Class Delford Lassiter walking in the North Carolina A&T Homecoming Parade. Photo Taken by MarQuan Stith, Public Affairs Officer.

Sailors manning the rail of the destroyer USS HAYLER (DD 997) overlook the speakers platform at the dedication of the first completed pier at the station. HAYLER is part of a 13-ship contingent visiting New York for Fleet Week. Base: Naval Station, New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Recruits undergo basic training at the Naval Training Center, Recruit Training Command. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to Yorktown, Virginia to deliver the keynote address at the 225th anniversary celebration of the Battle of Yorktown. Among other dignitaries on hand for the commemorative events were Virginia Senators John Warner and George Allen, former U.S. Army Secretary John Marsh, French Ambassador to the U.S. Jean-David Levitte, and French Defense Minister Michelle Alliot-Marie.

Lansing, Michigan, Members of the National Socialist Movement, a neo-Nazi group, arrive for a 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.

Veterans Association members hold various flags during the National Veterans Day Observance Ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington, Va., Nov. 11, 2022.

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Trucks carrying American war veterans pass down the street during a parade celebrating the bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution. Base: Philadelphia State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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Memorial Day ceremony, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington Cemetary.

NEW YORK (May 22, 2019) Sailors and Marines salute the Freedom Tower from the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) while transiting the Hudson River as they head to a pier in Manhattan during Fleet Week New York. Fleet Week New York, now in its 31st year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tribes-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

Cadets with Clemson University's Army and Air Force ROTC units commemorate National POW/MIA Recognition Day by running a POW/MIA flag around Bowman Field, never letting it stop and never putting it down, for 24 hours, Sept. 15, 2022. The cadets ran in teams for one-hour shifts, and dedicated each shift to a prisoner of war or a service member still missing in action. (Photo by Ken Scar)

The Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Gen. Daniel Hokanson and the Adjutant General of Indiana, Maj. Gen. Dale Lyles, and other distinguished visitors attended the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Ind., May 29, 2022. The Indiana National Guard along with other service branches supported the Indianapolis 500 pre-race ceremonies.

SAN DIEGO (July 29, 2022) - Families observe a flight deck firefighting drill aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Montgomery (LCS 8) during a "Friends and Family Day." LCS are fast, agile, mission-focused platforms designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS support forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence missions around the globe.

Re-enactment of American Revolution Boston Tea Party shows Sam Adams and British supporters, Faneuil Hall at Old South Meeting Hall, 250 Years, Massachusetts.

World War II Veterans and representatives of those who could not be in attendance receive a challenge coin at the Eternal Heroes Monument in Normandy, France, June 2, 2022. World War II Veterans and representatives of the 82nd Airborne Division and 101st Airborne Divisions (Air Assault) came to honor fallen Paratroopers who liberated Ravenoville in June of 1944.

Participants of the 15th Annual Marine Corps Historic Half (MCHH) run by a bystander holding an American flag as they run through historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 22, 2022. The Historic Half is a 13.1 mile race drew roughly 4,000 participants to promote physical fitness, generate goodwill in the community, and showcase the organizational skills of the Marine Corps. The event also included the Semper Five, 5 miles, and the Devil Dog Double, 18.1 miles.

040925-F-9927R-005. Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Police officers at funeral ceremony, Pleasanton, California

Army Gen. Daniel Hokanson, chief, National Guard Bureau, attends the reenactment marking the 385th anniversary of the First Muster, Salem, Massachusetts, April 9, 2022. The history of the National Guard began on December 13, 1636, when the General Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony ordered the organization of the Colonys militia companies into three regiments. The first muster of the East Regiment took place in Salem.

U.S. Army Division West and subordinate units servicemembers show their support to The Project Hero Veterans Bicycle Ride at Fort Hood, Texas, April 28, 2022. The cyclist were ridging across the state of Texas to raise awareness and support for Veterans and First Responders.

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A U.S. Naval Academy senior midshman leads other midshipmen and spectators in a load cheer during the annual Army-Navy football game at Veteran's Stadium. Base: Philadelphia State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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

Soldiers carry the images of all 40 presidents of the United States during a parade celebrating the bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution. Base: Philadelphia State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Wall that Heals, a three-quarter replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. arrived at Harper Creek High School in Battle Creek, Michigan July 13, 2022. Battle Creek citizens welcomed the semi-truck escorted by over 500 motorcyclists, police and fire personnel. Entry is free to the public 24 hours a day and will be in Battle Creek through Sunday, July 17. Volunteers from all over Michigan are ready to assist in finding names and answering questions. (Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Bethany Rizor)

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Members of Boy Scouts Troop 81 with Boy Scouts of America, attend the 27th Annual Onslow County Veterans Day parade in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Nov. 5, 2022. The parade was observed by veterans, service members and residents of Jacksonville and showed support for members of the armed forces.

Fallbrook High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps members hold a banner during the 41st Annual Fallbrook Christmas Parade in Fallbrook, California, Dec. 3, 2022. The city of Fallbrook hosts the parade annually to bring the Fallbrook community together and celebrate the holiday season.

More than 150 service members of the 856th Military Police Company from the Arizona Army National Guard rally together with their families on Bushmaster Field in Phoenix, Arizona for an emotional send off ceremony January 21st. The company prepares to step off on a year long deployment oversees in the Central Command area of responsibility.

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A Navy officer leads his unit along a confetti-covered street 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)

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US Army SPECIALIST Josh Higgins, US Army Color Guard, readies his flag at the Assembly Area before the 1997 Presidential Inaugural parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Navy's Concert Band performs at the foot of the capitol building's front steps. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Veterans with horses march through Concord to honor fallen soldiers of all American Wars, Memorial Day, 2011, Concord, MA

Ottawa, Canada - July 1, 2020: Pro-gun and covid-19 lockdown protesters protest in front of the US Embassy. The annual Canada Day festivities were cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic so many used the opportunity to protest their causes on Parliament Hill and the Embassy.

BILLINGS, Mont. (July 3, 2021) Sailors assigned to the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15) participate in a parade in Billings, Mont., July 3, 2021. Crew members are visiting the shipÕs namesake city to participate in a variety of community events. Billings is homeported at Naval Station Mayport, Fla.

The Navy recruiters of the year shoot a hype video prior to the 123rd Army vs Navy Game held at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia.

The Idaho National Guard participated in Boise's downtown Idaho Veterans Parade on Nov. 5, 2022 to honor veterans, past and present. Idaho National Guard's adjutant general, Maj. Gen. Michael Garshak participated in the parade.

011013-F-3820W-004. Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Motorcyclists from various clubs throughout the local community participate in the 41st Annual Sun Riders Motorcycle Club Toy Parade at Tucson, Ariz., Dec. 11, 2022. The Sun Riders coordinated with the Military Family and Readiness Center on Davis-Monthan Air Force Base to collect gifts and donations for families with deployed military members.

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