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We had a parade in the summer of 1991 as part of the national victory celebration for the Gulf War. Prior to the parade there were also static displays of weapons and equipment on the National Mall for several days. It was quite popular and drew large crowds. I think there might have been a few protesters, but nothing of consequence. The biggest controversy was when the Harrier and various helicopters departed the Mall, they kicked up a cloud of rocks and pebbles that damaged some sculptures around some of the Smithsonian museums. They were mostly crappy modern art sculptures, so no big loss.
I know there was a 5th Group tent in the static display. Maybe someone here participated?
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