Vets Day


Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 10:56 AM MST


Douglas residents young and old turned out by the masses last Wednesday to watch one of the largest parades in recent memory. Over 60 different entries took part in the annual Veteran’s Day parade up G Ave which ended up lasting over 90 minutes. There were U.S. Flags everywhere and many of the floats had signs thanking the veterans, past and present, for their support. The parade was highlighted by a very quick flyover by four F-16 fighter jets from the Arizona Air National Guard’s 162nd Fighter Wing based at Tucson International Airport. Following the parade there was an emotional tribute held at the Douglas Veterans Memorial on 16th Street. Local resident Frankie Zamora played taps on his trumpet while family members of Ernesto Cimarrusti and Isaac Campoy, both of whom lost their lives in Operation Iraqi Freedom, reflect on the memories of their departed loved ones. For more photos see Page A10.


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