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National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC

By Rachel Cooper, About.com Guide

The National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC is a flag-waving event with patriotic marches and floats. The Parade is sponsored by the World War II Veterans Committee and is an annual tradition of remembrance for those who have died serving our country. The National Memorial Day Parade begins at 2 p.m. at the corner of Constitution Avenue and 7th Streets, NW and proceeds along Constitution Avenue, past the White House, ending at 17th Street. See a map of the parade route.

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Men and Women in UniformSailors in the National Memorial Day ParadeColonial Military MarchWomen's Marching Band
World War II Veterans in a Military VehicleVeterans MarchAmerican FlagsStar Float
Young Marines MarchHummerVeteransCanadian Military Marching Band in front of the Capitol
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