U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John D. Kline, Center for Initial Military Training commanding general, observes the passing parade from the reviewing stand during Yorktown Day, Oct. 19, 2023, Yorktown, Virginia. All branches of the military, patriotic organizations, and the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, were represented during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Sullens)

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John D. Kline, Center for Initial Military Training commanding general, rides with a reenactor during the Yorktown Day Parade, Oct. 19, 2023. The observance of Yorktown Day traces its roots to 1922, starting a yearly tradition that now includes a parade and reenactors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Sullens)

U.S. service members march in formation during the Yorktown Day Parade, Oct. 19, 2023, Yorktown, Virginia. The parade is held annually to commemorate the end of the Battle of Yorktown. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Sullens)

A spectator salutes the flags as they pass during the Yorktown Day Parade, Oct. 19, 2023, Yorktown, Virginia. Multiple participants in the parade carried the American and French flag showcasing the alliance between France and America during the American Revolution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Sullens)

A reenactor dressed as Lt. Gen. Comte de Rochambeau waves to the crowd during the Yorktown Day Parade, Oct. 19, 2023, Yorktown, Virginia. Lt. Gen. Comte de Rochambeau, being a veteran of 14 blockades in Europe, provided valuable expertise at the Siege of Yorktown. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Sullens)

The Joint Force Color Guard leads a procession during the annual Yorktown Day Parade at the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2023. The National Park Service hosts the parade to commemorate the siege at Yorktown in 1781 and the victory that ended the American Revolutionary War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John Kline, Center for Initial Military Training commanding general, waves to the crowd during the Yorktown Day Parade at the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2023. Kline was invited as an honored guest and represent the contributions of the Army during the siege at Yorktown and other battles throughout the American Revolution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

Morgaine Beck, a member of the non-profit organization, Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution, reenacts during the Yorktown Day Parade at the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2023. The parade included commemorative ceremonies and historical demonstrations which taught the audience about the significance of the siege at Yorktown in 1781 and the American Revolution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Patton, a Fort Eustis drill sergeant, marches a flight during the Yorktown Day Parade at the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2023. The Army flight marched in representation of the contributions of the Army during the siege at Yorktown and other battles throughout the American Revolution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

Honored guests observe a member of the Yorktown Day Parade proceed at the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2023. Joint Base Langley-Eustis commanders and various senior leaders, stood together to represent the U.S. military’s strength and unity throughout history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

A local student performs a flag routine during the Yorktown Day Parade at the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2023. The parade included members from the military, local schools and non-profit organizations, who marched in recognition of the historical significance of the siege at Yorktown Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)