This is some rare footage of the 1939 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, although back then it was called Macy’s Christmas Parade. The parades began in 1924. This parade was similar to the current day parades, but also very different. The marching band was a lot tamer back then. 
Enjoy!
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