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America MY HOME SWEET HOME
A look back at the 2015 Independence Day Parade “ THE GREAT AMERICAN ROAD TRIP ”
P MAUREEN HUNT Parade Chair
BOB HUNT Parade Chair
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he 2015 Morgan Hill Freedom Fest July 4th Parade was outstanding !!! Parade participants had a great time decorating to the theme ; “ The Great American Road Trip .” From the Golden Gate Bridge to the Statute of Liberty and all points in between , America was well represented ! Several participants had Route 66 road markers on their entries , which brought to mind that old song “ Get Your Kicks On Route 66 .” There were so many new units in 2015 including the San Jose Sharks Zamboni , the Jr . Sharks , and a wonderful folk dance troop from Bolivia . Diana Murphy Hill and Hiram Morgan Hill , from whom our city derived its name , Morgan Hill , were special guests of the 2015 July 4th Parade ! There were nine bands , twenty floats , and about 50 horses in a multitude of colors and sizes .
We can ’ t wait to see what participants will do for the 2016 Parade .
This year the 2016 , Morgan Hill Freedom Fest July 4th Parade is dedicated to the memory of Dennis Kennedy , beloved former Morgan Hill mayor , effective , caring leader , and true public servant . He was respected and admired by all and will be missed .
Dennis , this one ’ s for you and the community you loved .
Freedom Fest Children ’ s Essay Contest winners . Their winning essays were based on the topic : If You Could Travel To Any Of America ’ s Historic Monuments or National Parks , Where Would You Go And Why ?”
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