Granby’s Memorial Day Parade is one of the town’s biggest events of the year. The American Legion Shannon-Shattuck Post 182 partners with organizations throughout the area to honor those who paid the ultimate price — like Philip Shannon and Glen Shattuck for whom the post is named.
But Memorial Day is about more than war heroes. The day also honors all of those who signed a blank check to our nation—even to give their lives to protect our way of living. That’s why the American flag starts the day at half-staff but rises to full staff at noon.
For Memorial Day 2024, the American Legion post invites all of Granby to celebrate every single soldier, sailor, marine, airman, coasty and guardian—everyone who has ever served in the military now or in past years. But let’s take it up another step! Let’s also honor those who stake everything to serve our community: our fire and police departments—the men and women who work and live in our neighborhoods today.
This year Post 182 invites everyone who marches in Granby’s Memorial Day Parade to celebrate the theme of service. Your group may choose to make a float, decorate a car or truck, or carry the torches of freedom. Every group is welcome—indeed is challenged—to “bring it” to our town’s parade. Yes, we still honor those who gave the supreme sacrifice; we also honor all who were, and are, willing to do the same in the name of those we love.
Further information is being mailed to groups that marched in the parade last year. If you would like to participate or have ideas/questions/comments, email the American Legion committee at GranbyMemorialDay@gmail.com
Below, the Marquis of Granby at the 2023 Memorial Day Parade.
