America's Oldest Independence Day Parade Marks 240 Years of Patriotic Tradition

America's oldest Independence Day parade marks 240 years of patriotic tradition

The coastal town of Bristol, Rhode Island continues its tradition as home to America's oldest Independence Day parade, celebrating 240 years with events through July 4th.

America's oldest Independence Day parade marks 240 years of patriotic tradition – Democratic Accent

A quaint coastal New England town known for hosting the oldest Independence Day parade is once again resuming festivities this year for its 240th anniversary.   The town of Bristol, Rhode Island, began hosting celebrations in 1785. Reverend Henry Wight of the First Congregational Church, a Revolutionary veteran, conducted the first known Patriotic Exercises, according to the parade’s website. MILITARY PARADE DRAWS PATRIOTIC AMERICANS FROM NEAR A…

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Bristol, Rhode Island may be best known for its Independence Day celebration. The town’s annual parade dates back to 1785, when Revolutionary War veteran, Rev. Henry Wright, began the tradition. This year, the town is celebrating the parade’s 240th anniversary. Participants of the 236th Bristol, Rhode Island, 4th of July parade, July 5, 2021. Photo by Flickr user U.S. Naval War College. July 5, 2021. Used under CC BY 2.0 One unique aspect of the…