Rose Parade's origins in Pasadena and the Tournament of Roses
The Rose Parade began in 1890 when the Valley Hunt Club organized a flower decorated horse drawn parade in Pasadena California. In 1893 New Year s Day fell on a Sunday so the parade moved to January 2. The event has seen rain ten times in 125 years despite a popular rhyme about sunshine.
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Parade themes through history and 2015 proposal
The list proposes themes linked to history and patriotism for a parade. 1919 marks Victory Tournament, 1946 Unity and Peace, 1976 America Lets Celebrate, 2000 Visions of the Future. The 2015 theme idea centers on patriotism with floats and entrants celebrating national spirit.
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Parade evolution from horse to motor floats and global viewership
The parade shifted from horse-drawn floats to motorized entries by 1920, with nationwide radio coverage seven years later and early film showings in theaters. By 1951 color TV broadcast expanded its reach as nearly 700,000 spectators line the route and 80 million tune in across about 115 countries. Modern floats rely on professional builders and animation, with flora based materials and 24 award categories. Grand Marshal Louis Zamperini, 1917 2014, honored for WWII service and Olympic runner. slated as 2015 grand marshal despite passing in 2014.
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