Independence Day Parade – Ralston, NE

by Paul Burright | Jul 5, 2018 | Nebraska Society

The State Color Guard participated in the 58th annual Independence Day Parade in Ralston, NE, on 4 Jul 2018.  Color Guard Commander, Chad Sherrets (Omaha), State President, Shawn Stoner (Lincoln), Compatriot John Braisted (Lincoln), and Compatriot Paul Burright (Omaha) were in attendance.  Nella and Aylin Dolan, members of the Children of the American Revolution, also in period dress, carried our banner in front of the colors.  Compatriot Mel Burright (Omaha) rode in an open jeep behind the color guard, waving and interacting with the spectators, along with Mary Dolan, President of the CAR and also a DAR member.  It was an extremely hot day as we marched the 1.5 miles of the parade route, through downtown Ralston, as one of 100 other parade entries, and were seen by an estimated 42,000 members of the public in attendance.  It was great to see people stand up and salute, or place their hand over their hearts, as we marched past with the colors.  It was a great event to represent the Nebraska Society and showcase our organization to the public.

Commander Chad Sherrets, Pres. Shawn Stoner, Paul Burright, John Braisted

Chad Sherrets, Shawn Stoner, Paul Burright, John Braisted, CAR members Nella and Aylin Dolan

On the parade route!

Independence Day Color Guard!!

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