Thackray Crane Proudly Supports the 2026 Philadelphia Veterans Day Parade

We’re especially proud of our team of Thackray Crane operators, whose teamwork, expertise, and dedication made a challenging crane setup possible, allowing the American flag to fly high in honor of our nation’s veterans.

Thackray Crane was proud to support the 2026 Philadelphia Veterans Day Parade, helping create a patriotic display near the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art. With a large American flag flying high above the event, the crane served as a visible tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country.

The display was made possible through the dedication and teamwork of four Thackray Crane operators, who worked together to position and set up the crane in a challenging location.

Teamwork Behind the American Flag Display

Setting up a crane in a busy urban environment requires careful coordination, experience, and attention to safety. For the Veterans Day Parade, our team faced a particularly challenging setup that called for the combined expertise of four experienced crane operators.

Working together, the Thackray crew completed the setup, allowing the American flag to fly high above the parade area against the backdrop of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

While Thackray Crane is known for providing crane rentals and operators, trucking and transportation, warehousing, and logistics throughout the region, opportunities like this carry a special significance. It’s a chance to put the team’s experience and equipment to work in support of the community and a meaningful cause.

A Tradition of Honoring Those Who Served

Supporting Veterans Day holds special meaning for the Thackray Crane family.

The company’s founder, Walter Thackray, was a veteran, establishing a connection to military service that remains an important part of the company’s history. Today, Thackray is proud to recognize the veterans among its employees, family members, and partners who have served our nation.

Participating in events like the Philadelphia Veterans Day Parade is one way to express that appreciation while joining the community in recognizing the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of our military service members.

Proud to Be Part of Philadelphia’s Veterans Day Celebration

With the American flag flying overhead and the Philadelphia Museum of Art providing an unmistakable backdrop, the display offered a fitting tribute to the veterans being honored.

Thackray Crane extends its appreciation to the four operators whose teamwork made the setup possible, along with the parade organizers, participants, and everyone who came together to recognize our nation’s heroes.

To all veterans, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to our country.