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PHOTOS: St. Patrick’s Parade tradition delights Atlantans
A vibrant green color engulfed Midtown Atlanta on Saturday, as thousands of people marched in the annual Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day parade. This is the 140th year of this parade in Atlanta, started in 1858 by the Hibernian Benevolent Society to honor traditions of the city’s Irish culture and history. Media legend Monica Pearson was the 2024 ceremonial grand marshal, following in the footsteps of other city greats, including Rep. John Lewis and former Atlanta mayor Kasim Reed.
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Credit: Steve Schaefer / AJC
Ashton and Riley get ready for the start of then 140th Annual Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade starts on Saturday, March 16, 2024. (Steve Schaefer/steve.schaefer@ajc.com)
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