PRESS RELEASE
May 28, 2018
District of Columbia Society Sons of the American Revolution joined members of the Virginia Sons of the American Revolution during the Memorial Day Parade held in the Nation’s Capital on May 28, 2018. Memorial Day is a time to remember the brave military men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, while also honoring those who serve today.
Held annually along Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C., the National Memorial Day Parade is "our nation’s largest Memorial Day event" with over 250,000 spectators gathering in the National Mall area to show support for our armed forces while cheering on parade floats, youth groups, marching bands and more. Organized by the American Veterans Center & World War II Veterans Committee, the event was in its 14th year running.