U.S. Communities Honor Veterans with Parades and Ceremonies

Communities across the United States commemorated Veterans Day with various events, parades, and ceremonies to honor military veterans. In Richmond, Virginia, the 68th annual Veterans Day Ceremony featured guest speakers, patriotic music, and student essay contest winners. The Wyoming Valley Veterans Day Parade saw large crowds, with participants emphasizing the importance of remembering veterans' contributions. Baton Rouge and surrounding areas held multiple events, including a ceremony in Gonzales featuring local high school choirs. In San Elizario, Texas, the community celebrated their 28th annual parade, recognizing five veterans for their service. In Florida, Sarasota hosted a parade with local veterans highlighting the role of service members' families, while Toms River, New Jersey, continued its tradition with a parade and ceremony honoring veterans.