Communities hold annual Veterans Day parades to honor service members

Various communities across the United States held annual Veterans Day parades to recognize members of the armed forces.

In Syracuse, New York, the Central New York Veterans Parade and Expo took place at the New York State Fairgrounds. The event featured musical groups, an exposition with over 50 military and community organizations, and a parade representing every branch of the armed services and conflicts dating back to World War II. Participants highlighted the importance of veteran support programs, such as Honor Flight, in assisting with recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder.

In Zanesville, Ohio, hundreds of people gathered downtown for a parade featuring vehicles, floats, local bands, and dance teams. Organizers noted the event serves as a way for the community to reflect on the sacrifices made by those in service and to show appreciation for the freedoms protected by veterans.