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The Basilone Parade introduces its two Grand Marshals for the 2025 Basilone Parade.
Both are World War II veterans.
Benjamin Jackson was a Marine who saw action in the Philippines.
Roy Ruffa was a fighter pilot in the Pacific.
Their bios were provided in the news:
http://raritan-online.com/benjamin-jackson.htm
http://raritan-online.com/roy-ruffa.htm
More News from Raritan
- Somerset County Expands Raritan River Greenway with New Open Space Acquisition The Raritan River Greenway includes Duke Island Park’s 351 acres as well as 842 additional acres.
- SCVTHS Student of the Month for October 2025 – Yveth Aldaz When she is not at school, Yveth has volunteered at the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter in Bridgewater
