Military delegations from Springfield, Holyoke, West Springfield and Chicopee marched in the parade.

Military delegations from Springfield, Holyoke, West Springfield and Chicopee marched in the parade.

Military delegations from Springfield, Holyoke, West Springfield and Chicopee marched in the parade, often with musical organizations associated with their group. At times Center Street was so crowded it was necessary to delay the parade until the line of march was cleared.