PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Philadelphia went all out for veterans on Nov. 5 at its 9th annual Veterans Parade and Festival. The City of Brotherly Love honored veterans for their service, patriotism, and willingness to sacrifice all, one week ahead of Veterans Day, observed on Nov. 11.
The parade began at City Hall and headed east on Market Street to Independence Mall. It was followed by the Veterans Festival, with numerous organizations providing resources for veterans and their families, including job recruitment, health care, financial assistance, and education opportunities.