RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — Retired U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr., a former Wilmington resident who recently received the Medal of Honor for his heroism during the Vietnam War, has been named grand marshal of North Carolina’s First in Freedom Parade.
North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley announced the selection Thursday, calling Capers a fitting choice to lead the state’s Independence Day celebration.
“Major James Capers Jr. represents the very best of our state and our nation,” Farley said in a statement. “His extraordinary courage under fire, unwavering commitment to his fellow Marines, and lifetime of service embody the values we celebrate every Independence Day.”…