Everone was there! Including UGA, mascot of the Georgia Bulldogs!
The morning started chilly, but when the first police cruisers started down Broughton street where I was positioned, the sun broke through, and within 30 minutes there wasn't a cloud in the sky.
The crowds were enthusiastic, and everyone had a great time.
It's said that Savannah's parade is second in size only to New York city's parade! That means little ole Savannah's parade is bigger than Chicago and Boston! On a day like today, it's easy to tell why. People come from far, far away to enjoy our spring weather, and join to watch the parade.
There were marching bands, one came from as far away as Lapal Indiana. Police and firefighters from all over the country, and Canada and Ireland.
New York City's firefighters drew a standing ovation from everyone around.
Then came the Army. For the first time in five years the 3rd Infantry Division along with the 1st Battalion Hunter Army Airfield Rangers marched in the St. Patrick's Day parade together. They say there were 1000 Army soldiers marching in our parade! We stood and cheered, and clapped, and they just kept coming, and coming, and coming! I have never seen so many soldiers together! It was truely a sight to see!
I've only been to one other parade since moving to Savannah, and this one was far better than the first one. I had a great time.
Now, when are some of you guys going to come on down to enjoy St Patty's day in Savannah Georgia? Come on down, we're all waiting!
more photos later IF anyone cares to see them
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