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Vietnam Veterans Honored at West Roxbury Parade

Sunday marked Veteran's Appreciation Day across Massachusetts.

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Hundreds turned out to show their appreciation as Boston’s West Roxbury neighborhood honored local Vietnam veterans with a special parade on Sunday.

In wake of the 40th anniversary of the Vietnam War, veterans, family members and local residents marched in an honorary parade from the West Roxbury VA to Billings Field.

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Sunday marked Veteran’s Appreciation Day across Massachusetts.

Duck boats carried many veterans. Musicians and area first responders marched in the procession as well.

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A cookout and concert followed the parade. Informational booths were also set up to assist and support veterans.

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