Ciudad de mexico, 16 de sep. 2024

THE ANNUAL MEXICAN MILITARY PARADE TAKES OVER THE HISTORIC STREETS OF MEXICO CITY

Military soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets standing in formation in front of a historic building with a Mexican flag flying above.
A person in a ghillie suit with green and tan colors holding a sniper rifle at a public event.
A man dressed in a military uniform and glasses standing in profile during a public event, with a historic building in the background and other people nearby.
A soldier in camouflage uniform with patches, including the Mexican flag, holding a large firearm and wearing a maroon beret, sunglasses, scarf, and gloves, standing outdoors with trees and a building in the background.

September is Mexico’s most important month, not only for its delicious seasonal dishes such as Chiles en Nogada, but also the celebration of Mexico’s independence on September 15. El Zocalo would soon be filled by millions of Mexican nationals chanting “Viva Mexico!” alongside their highly beloved president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO).This Independence Day was particularly meaningful due to AMLO’s incoming departure from power. He would be handing the burning torch to Mexico’s first ever female president, Claudia Sheinbaum, just days after El Grito. The following morning continues this patriotic celebration with the yearly Mexican Military Parade which begins at El Zocalo and goes through Paseo de la Reforma.

Black and white photo of military aircraft flying overhead in formation with soldiers on a truck below in an urban setting.
Building lit up with colorful lights, large floating Christmas angel decoration, people walking with umbrellas on a rainy evening.
Three military personnel in uniform holding rifles, standing in front of a vehicle on a city street.
A group of female soldiers marching in uniform, carrying rifles with attachments, during a parade or military event, with soldiers in the background and visible patriotic decorations.
AMLO 16 DE SEPTIEMBRE
A soldier in military uniform holding a rifle, smiling, surrounded by children, some of whom are reaching out to or interacting with him, against a dark background.
MEXICO CITY CHAPULTEPEC