John Basilone early in their training
Angelo Bernabe with a plaque
The Quantico Marine Band played a beautiful rendition of Taps
| 2008 Ceremony after the John Basilone Parade | |
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General Flynn said that the Marines learn about John Basilone early in their training |
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Parade organizer John Pacifico presents Grand Marshall Angelo Bernabe with a plaque |
Wreaths were placed at the statue by Mayor Jo-Ann Liptak, General George Flynn, and John Basilone's brother Donald Basilone |
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| For many, the most emotional moment of the day was when The Quantico Marine Band played a beautiful rendition of Taps | |