APS Story 3

9/23/18

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                       Raritan Borough New Jersey Hosted the anal John Basilone Parade, hosted by the John Basilone Parade Commitee on September 22nd, 2018, this parade is meant to honer the legacy of the late war hero.  
                       "This parade is for people to recognize the war hero known as John Basilone, we want people to see just how much of a war hero he is by showing people all of his awards and telling stories." said Sally the head of the John Basilone Parade Committee 
                         After the parade everyone comes together at the stature for a ceremony , there is first a moment of silence to honor the war hero and then people from the committee tell story's, share facts and talk. 
                         "I love learning about John Basilone because he is a true American hero who did a lot to protect his country and every year I learn something new about him and realize he is a true American Hero." said a member of the John Basilone Parade Commitee 
                         The parade is held once a year and is open to the public, all are invited to reflect and recognize the American hero.