The annual parade kicks off with military, bikers, and men in antique cars making a whole lot of noise as they march down 4th Avenue.
They are followed by marching bands and veterans in unusual vehicles who all enter historic John Paul Jones Park.
Next are the speeches by local politicians, members of the military, and sometimes music and other entertainment.
John Gangemi is running for Brooklyn Borough President.
Christine Quinn is running for mayor of NYC. There were many other speakers.
I wonder if the clear quartz crystal I threw in the top box had anything to do with it?
Above and Below ...
In the end it's all water under the bridge ...