Each year, as our community comes together for the Honoring America’s Veterans (HAV) Veterans Day Parade in Phoenix, perhaps one of the most unique parts of the celebration doesn’t come from the floats or marching bands; it comes from the voices of our youth. As part of our mission to connect generations through gratitude and
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Patricia Little-Upah Little-Upah’s journey through the ranks of the U.S. Army and her steadfast dedication to supporting fellow veterans are commendable. Born in Oakland, California, in 1945, Little-Upah’s life would soon be intertwined with the call of duty. She embarked on her military career in 1966 as US Army Nurse Patricia Thomson, serving both on
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In his military career, Colonel Herbert E. Pierpan served in the Marine Corps and in retirement, became a respected community figure in Scottsdale. In an interview saved in the Library of Congress, he shared that his desire to serve in the military started early in his life. “I was a young boy during the second
News Release | For Immediate Release For information contact: Paula Pedene, 480-772-2934; Paula@Pedene.com Phoenix, AZ – When we realize that only one percent of our population currently serves in the military, and only nine percent are military veterans, it can give us room for pause as we think about our freedom. It’s partly why the Phoenix Veterans
Phoenix, AZ – The Phoenix Veterans Day Parade is marching on in 2021! Due to the pandemic, the Parade became an online celebration in 2020. This year, parade organizers plan to return to the streets. One of the highlights of this special event is the selection of the Veteran’s Grand Marshals. Honoring America’s Veterans (HAV) now
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