War heroes parade ends in tragedy
A joyful celebration turned to chaos as a train barreled into a float laden with military veterans and their spouses on their way to a banquet to honor the returning war heroes.
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War heroes parade ends in tragedy
Patriot Guard riders gather Friday, Nov. 16, 2012, in Midland, Texas, as ride captain Ductape leads them in prayers for the victims and their families of the veterans parade accident Thursday, where four veterans were killed and 16 other people were injured when a train slammed into a parade float carrying the returning heroes to a banquet.
Credit: AP Photo/Reporter-Telegram, Tim Fischer
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