Veterans Day is a federal holiday held on the anniversary of the end of World War I to honor the those who served during that war. Although today, it serves to celebrate all veterans, both active and inactive, alive or deceased. Malden is home to many veterans, and because of this, the parade is a unique and special event that occurs in the city.
On Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015, The City of Malden held their Annual Veterans Day Parade sponsored by the Malden American Legion Post #69. The parade featured Legion Officers, veterans, clergy and elected officials of the American Legion, as well as bands from the public schools, dance teams, boy scouts, and more.
Students from Malden Public Schools with Malden leaders in front of Malden City Hall. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Malden city leaders gathered in front of Malden City Hall. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Students in the public schools’ marching band playing in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Students in the public schools’ marching band playing in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
The Kevin Barry Pipes and Drums organization playing bagpipes and drums in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Mystic Valley Salvation Army participating in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Students in the public schools’ marching band during the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
The Kevin Barry Pipes and Drums organization playing bagpipes and drums in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Malden girl scouts walking in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
The Malden High School marching band in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Malden community members dressed as civil war soldiers in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Malden community members participating in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Malden community members participating in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Malden community members participating in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
Veterans along with current armed forces members in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
The Sheriffs department walking in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
The Sheriffs department walking in the parade. Photo by Haley Mallett.
The Malden police department in the Veterans Day Parade on Salem Street. Photo by Haley Mallett.
