Members of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Phil Sheridan Camp No. 4 of San Jose march during the Veterans Day parade in downtown San Jose on Monday. Despite the damp conditions, many people from the community showed up to honor those who served. PHOTOS BY DAI SUGANO — STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

LEFT: Kory Grabeel of Santa Cruz becomes emotional as she proudly carries a portrait of her grandfather, Joe Ashley, who served in World War II. ABOVE: Retired U.S. Army Col. Ray Watts, right, greets attendees during the Veterans Day parade in downtown San Jose on Monday.