John Basilone Parade Committee

06/03/2026

The Basilone Memorial Foundation is selling commemorative ribbons to support the John Basilone Memorial Parade. Take a look at the flier and reach out to them with any questions you might have. Thank you for your support.

06/02/2026

05/30/2026

We WANT You!
Let's make this a very patriotic 250th Anniversary Celebration!

05/29/2026

Reenactors wanted! Our country is turning 250 years old, and we want you to participate in our parade! Register here:
www.Johnbasiloneparade.com
September 20th. Raritan Boro, NJ

05/25/2026

Memorial Day. Remember our fallen.

05/24/2026

Thank you for sharing Jersey Coast Emergency News. On behalf of the John Basilone Parade Committee, we thank you for sharing his story. We are on the shoulders of John, and all of “his boys” who have gone before us, and who will go on, to protect and serve and sacrifice for all of us. We encourage and welcome all to participate in the 2026 John Basilone Memorial Parade in Raritan Borough, NJ. September 20th. 1 pm.

Today, we honor Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone; a true American hero from New Jersey whose courage defined what it means to sacrifice for others.

Born in Raritan, NJ, Basilone became one of the most legendary United States Marines in history. During the brutal Battle of Guadalcanal in World War II, he stood his ground against overwhelming enemy forces, fighting through the night while many around him fell. With ammunition running low and enemy troops closing in, he continued defending his fellow Marines with unimaginable bravery. For his actions, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

But John Basilone didn’t stop there.

After becoming a national hero, he could have remained safely home helping with war bond tours. Instead, he chose to go back into combat with his brothers. On February 19, 1945, during the invasion of Iwo Jima, Basilone once again charged into danger to save others. He was killed in action that day.

He gave everything for this country.

Memorial Day is not about barbecues or long weekends. It is about men like John Basilone. Men who laid down their lives so future generations could live free.

New Jersey will never forget your courage.
America will never forget your sacrifice.

Semper Fi, Marine.

05/23/2026

Seems to be some confusion with the Memorial Day Holiday. Feel free to share.

05/22/2026

We’ve gathered some fliers for local to us and submitted fliers of Memorial Day Events.
Take some time Monday to remember.

05/22/2026

Always well done James Fiorentino. Remember all of our fallen. And their families.

Watercolor portrait of WWII hero Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone, painted by New Jersey artist James Fiorentino. This Memorial Day Weekend, we remember and honor a true American hero whose courage and sacrifice at Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima became part of our nation’s history. May we never forget those who gave everything in service to freedom. 🇺🇸