On Memorial Day, I was up early to have breakfast in Belfast, and find a prime spot to watch the parade. The friendly bartender at the Belfast American Legion told me that the parade would begin at 10am. I found a spot and had my camera ready when the time came. I was curious as to why main street was not closed off for the parade. When the time came, however, I realized the protocol.
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| Main Street: Waiting for the Parade |
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| A Police Officer Arrives to Block Off the Intersection |
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| Next, the Color Guard from the Local VFW. |
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| This woman was quite motivational. "Are YOU Proud to be an American?!!" |
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| We all know why I took this picture. |
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| Last, but not least, the Belfast Fire Truck |
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| Finally, the Policeman brings up the rear, indicating the Parade has come to an end. |
The parade, I must say, was brief. The participants, however, were quite enthusiastic. There was a moderate amount of spectators lining main street, and I felt like Belfast did a good job of celebrating Memorial Day, and taking a moment to pause. My favorite part was when the Color Guard passed by, the people on the sidewalk applauded the Veterans.
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