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Being an adjutant for the Savannah St. Patrick's Day is in the family blood for Jay Burke and he is wearing his sash with pride in his second year in the role. On this episode of Difference Makers, Burke, along with his father, Jim, discuss their family history with the parade, what people can expect this year, what an adjutant does to ensure the safety and fun for families coming to see the parade and their fondest memories of the special day for Irish families in Savannah.

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(6:50): Importance of the Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade to the Burke family

(10:55): The role of the adjutant in the parade

(16:14): Evolution of the parade route and what to look for

• From the Archives: Savannah St. Patrick’s Day 1950s and 1960s (SMN)
• From the Archives: Savannah St. Patrick’s Day 1970s and 1980s (SMN)

(20:43): The role of the adjutant vs. the executive staff for the parade

(25:59): 2020 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Grand Marshal

• Savannah meets St. Patrick’s Day Grand Marshal Mike Roush at investiture ceremony (SMN, March 1, 2020)

(27:25): 2020 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade

• City lays out plans for Savannah St. Patrick’s Day festivities (SMN, Feb. 11, 2020)

(34:43): Do's and Don'ts at the parade

(37:36): Evolution of the parade and what you are always excited for

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