NYC Veteran’s Day Parade Overshadowed By Pro-Palestine Protests

The annual NYC Veteran’s Day Parade usually brings New Yorkers together. This year, some protestors seemed determined to ruin it.

Volunteers with the New York City Veteran’s Alliance hold the “Ground Zero Flag” during a march through midtown Manhattan during the NYC Veteran’s Day Parade Nov. 11, 2017. The flag was flown over the site of the World Trade Center attacks in 2001, and was carried by military veterans from every branch. This year the United States Air Force was honored as the “Featured Service” during the parade. (Photo: New York National Guard)

Veteran’s Day holds a special significance in New York City, distinctively shaped by the city’s rich history, diverse population, and the enduring spirit of resilience that permeates its streets.

The city has a long-standing tradition of hosting the Veteran’s Day Parade, dating back over a century. As one of the oldest and largest parades of its kind in the nation, it has become deeply woven into the fabric of New York’s identity.

New York City prides itself on its history as a rich melting pot of cultures and backgrounds. The Veteran’s Day Parade has traditionally reflected this diversity by honoring and showcasing the contributions of servicemen and women from various ethnicities, communities, and walks of life.

The city’s resilience in the face of the 9/11 attacks left an indelible mark on the Veteran’s Day Parade. Since the terrible events of 9/11, the annual NYC Veteran’s Day Parade has served as a powerful tribute to the first responders, military personnel, and ordinary citizens who displayed extraordinary courage during that tragic time.