Philadelphia honors veterans with 12th annual parade on the Parkway

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The 12th annual veterans parade in Philadelphia brought out hundreds to salute our service members.

Patriotism was on full display as veterans from all branches of the military were honored along the Ben Franklin Parkway.

Retired Gunnery Sergeant Roosevelt Farrow, a 97-year-old original Montford Point Marine, served as Grand Marshall.

"Something that is close to my heart because my dad, my brother, and every single one of my uncles on both sides are veterans, so it means a lot to my family to be able to have a celebration like this," TaRhonda said.

TaRhonda Thomas and Alicia Vitarelli hosted the parade for the 6abc broadcast, along with special military guests.

Mayor Cherelle Parker was also on hand to lead the march.

Veterans Day is Wednesday.