The 108th annual Tulsa Veterans Parade rolled through downtown Tulsa on Wednesday morning, drawing more than 6,000 individual marchers, 150 floats, and 400 vehicles. The event coincided with the United States’ 250th anniversary and the 100th anniversary of historic Route 66, under the theme “Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom.”
Veterans and Community Celebrate
Russell Anderson, commandant of the Albert E. Schwab Detachment 857 of the Marine Corps League, spoke about the significance of Veterans Day. “This is our day,” Anderson said. “We honor our veterans, those who wrote that blank check to the United States, not knowing if we would have to cash it, but willing to do so if required.” He added that veterans love the country and appreciate the public’s gratitude.
Anderson expressed gratitude for the community’s turnout, noting the presence of children and young people as a sign that future generations understand and value the sacrifices made by service members. “That’s all we’ve ever asked for—just some thanks,” he said.
Free Meals for Service Members
In addition to the parade, VFW Post 577 hosted a free breakfast from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at its headquarters, followed by a complimentary lunch beginning at 11:30 a.m. The meals were open to veterans and their families, providing a warm welcome during the holiday weekend.
The parade and accompanying events highlighted Tulsa’s strong support for its veterans, reinforcing the city’s commitment to honoring those who protect America’s freedoms.
Original reporting: KTUL 8 (Sinclair) – local — read the source article.
