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Chicago Memorial Day Parade with Gen. Ray Odierno and Mayor Rahm Emanuel [Image 4 of 13]

A military ceremony is taking place on an outdoor stage, likely in Chicago based on the visible city seal on the podium. Several military officers and veterans are rendering salutes or placing hands over hearts, suggesting a flag ceremony, national anthem, or moment of remembrance. The event appears to be a formal public commemoration, possibly Memorial Day or Veterans Day, with a brass band visible in the background.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES

05.28.2011

Photo by Annie Chambers

Office of the Chief of Public Affairs Midwest

Veterans and distinguished guests say the Pledge of Allegiance at the Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony in Chicago's Daley Plaza.

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Date Taken:	05.28.2011
Date Posted:	06.13.2011 16:02
Photo ID:	414708
VIRIN:	110528-A-8970C-220
Resolution:	4288x2848
Size:	4.92 MB
Location:	CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, US

Web Views:	91
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Wreath laying at Chicago Memorial Day Ceremony

A military ceremony or parade is taking place in an urban setting, likely a U.S. city, featuring Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) standing at attention in a formal rifle-bearing formation. In the background, a separate group of Marines or ceremonial troops in dress uniforms holds flags and guidons. The setting appears to be a public plaza flanked by large stone government or civic buildings with spectators visible in the background.

Odierno speaks at Wreath Laying Ceremony

A military ceremony is taking place on an outdoor stage, likely in Chicago based on the visible city seal on the podium. Several military officers and veterans are rendering salutes or placing hands over hearts, suggesting a flag ceremony, national anthem, or moment of remembrance. The event appears to be a formal public commemoration, possibly Memorial Day or Veterans Day, with a brass band visible in the background.

A military marching band in U.S. Army combat uniforms (ACUs) parades past the iconic Chicago Theatre on State Street. The theatre marquee displays messaging honoring military families for a Memorial Day Parade on May 28 at noon on a Saturday. Spectators line the sidewalk watching the procession.

An outdoor public ceremony is taking place in Chicago, with three men on a raised platform or stage. A banner in the foreground reads 'Chicago honors Illinois' Gold S[tar]' — likely referencing Gold Star families or veterans. One man in a dark suit speaks at a podium with microphones, flanked by a U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress uniform and another man in a tan jacket.

A formal military or civic ceremony is taking place on a red carpet outdoors in an urban setting. A uniformed military officer is bending down to interact with a young child, while a woman stands beside them holding what appears to be a gold star flag. Two uniformed female officers with medals and decorations stand at attention nearby, alongside a man in a civilian suit.

A military parade is taking place on a city street, likely Chicago, as indicated by the 'Chicago' theater marquee visible in the background. Several military officers in dress uniforms from multiple branches are marching alongside civilians in formal attire. The parade is set against a backdrop of urban architecture, trees, American flags, and a crowd of spectators behind barriers.

A military and civic parade is taking place on an urban street, with participants in various military uniforms and civilian formal attire marching down the road. Spectators line the sidewalk behind metal barricades, watching the procession. The setting appears to be a major city street with classical architecture visible in the background.

An outdoor military or civic ceremony taking place on a red carpet in what appears to be an urban setting. Two civilians are embracing in the foreground while uniformed military personnel stand at attention nearby. The event appears to be an awards or recognition ceremony based on the formal attire and documents being held.

A Memorial Day Parade passes in front of the iconic Chicago Theatre on State Street. Mounted riders in military-style uniforms carry flags, including the American flag and the Chicago city flag, while spectators line the sidewalks. The theatre marquee explicitly reads 'Memorial Day Parade May 28 Saturday at Noon' and 'Honoring Our Military Families.'

A military ceremony is taking place in what appears to be an urban plaza or building entrance. A senior officer in a red-crowned dress uniform cap is playing a trumpet/bugle while wearing white gloves, with other uniformed personnel standing at attention in the background. Multiple flags, including what appears to be a 'Welcome Home' banner and American flag elements, are displayed prominently.

A formal military or civic ceremony is taking place on a red carpet in an urban setting. Several individuals are embracing on the red carpet, including a person in military uniform and civilians, while a female military officer in dress uniform stands nearby holding what appears to be a service flag or award banner. Spectators and onlookers are visible in the background along with city buildings.

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