The LS-MVPA had a super turnout for this important and patriotic event.  We counted 12 club vehicles participating this year.  They included John S and his M35A2, Danny and his M151/M416, me and my M38A1, Fred F and Herb T with their GPW's, Tim W, Jeff McD, Toby C with their MB's, Barry F with his WWII 1 1/2 ton, Fred H and Glen V with their CJ2A's and Claude with his WWII Dodge Ambulance.  Also in attendance were Bill B, and George O.

The group met at the TxDot parking lot about 7am to a cool morning.  About 7:30, we all headed to the staging area on the Congress Ave. Bridge where we were assigned #40 and temporarily placed.  A half hour or so later, we were moved to our final staging position and waited for the parade to begin.  During the down-time, several members walked around and viewed the other entrants including the Del Valley marching band which happens to be the longest running High School band to lead the parade.  Also included were various VFW posts, the Corvette club and a multitude of other organizations.  KrispyKreme doughnuts were also provided for entrants.

About 9:20am the parade started.  There was a good crowd on both sides of Congress Ave for the duration of the parade route.  As we neared the announcer, he kept taking and talking as our group was stretched out for over 1 full city block.  Upon arrival at the Capitol, we made the turn and headed back to the TxDot parking lot for a group picture and some club announcements.