John Basilone 2011 Annual Parade in Raritan, NJ. Part 1. In HD

John Basilone (November 4, 1916 -- February 19, 1945) was a United States Marine Gunnery Sergeant who received the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Battle of Guadalcanal during World War II. He was the only enlisted Marine in World War II to receive the Medal of Honor and the Navy Cross. The memorial parade for Basilone along Somerset Street in his hometown of Raritan has been held since 1981 and become a celebration of the close-knit community. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bas...