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Conn. Veterans Parade seeking vets from every town, student essay submissions

September 26, 2013 4:45 pm • Last Updated: September 26, 2013 4:52 pm

Hartford — The organizers of the “2013 Connecticut Veterans Parade” are looking for U.S. veterans from every town and city in the state who want to be a part of the 14th annual procession at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3, near the Capitol Building.

To register to march or ride, visit www.ctveteransparade.org or call (860) 986-7254.

Connecticut 6th, 7th and 8th grade students have until Friday, Oct. 4, to enter the parade’s student essay contest by answering the question “Why Do We Honor Veterans?” The top winner will ride in the parade. Rules and the entry form can be found at www.ctveteransparade.org.

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