In 2004, the 509th had the opportunity to march downtown in the Chicago Memorial Day Parade. It is always an honor to represent an aging generation as more and more WWII veterans become unable to march themselves.
An honored tradition of the 509th is to call out any veteran seen in the audience and offer a company salute as the unit marches by. This gesture is another way we say “Thank You” to anyone who has sacrificed for our freedoms.
