This year’s parade carried the theme “250 Years of Military Service to the Nation,” recognizing the nation’s military heritage as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary.
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The Las Cruces Veterans Day Parade marked its 30th anniversary Saturday, November 7, bringing military organizations and community participants to downtown Las Cruces in recognition of veterans and their service to the nation.
This year’s parade carried the theme “250 Years of Military Service to the Nation,” recognizing the nation’s military heritage as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary.
Opening ceremonies began at 10:30 a.m. at the reviewing stand near Main Street and Las Cruces Avenue, where medals were presented to the parade’s grand marshals. The parade began at 11 a.m., following a downtown route north along Main Street toward City Hall before returning south on Water Street.
White Sands Missile Range was among the participating organizations. WSMR Commander Col. Johnathon Nelson saluted and waved as floats and parade participants passed the reviewing stand. The installation’s Joint Color Guard, firefighters and Navy personnel also participated.
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New Mexico State University's Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC Detachment 505 were also scheduled to march in the parade, joining the community's annual recognition of military veterans.
The Veterans Day Parade has been a downtown Las Cruces tradition for three decades, providing an opportunity for residents, military personnel and veterans to gather in recognition of those who have served.
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