Rolling Thunder Washington DC Inc
The Rolling Thunder First Amendment Demonstration Run
is an annual Memorial Day gathering that began in 1988. Motorcycle riders from around the nation, and even around the world rally in the Pentagon parking lots and then begin riding a designated route through the Mall area of Washington, DC. The event, often incorrectly called a parade, is an actual demonstration to bring awareness to and demand accountability for POW’s and MIA’s. It has evolved into an emotional display of respect for all who defend our country. Afterward, it is an opportunity to meet old and new friends, pay respect at the memorials and participate in other Memorial Day events.
Rolling Thunder Today
In the year 2020, AMVETS began to host the Rolling Thunder event making way for the younger generation to add their experiences to the mission and giving the Vietnam Era generation a much needed rest. They marked this change by naming it Rolling To Remember and advocating for the veteran suicide issue and ways to prevent this tragedy, as well as POW/MIA accountability.
The transition took place during the height of the pandemic which logistically hindered the attendance, however, it continues to grow back with every passing year. The Pentagon is welcoming back riders to rally in the Pentagon parking lot and one by one the riders and supporters are returning and restoring the grandeur of the event.
The Rolling Thunder First Amendment Demonstration Run
is an annual Memorial Day gathering that began in 1988. Motorcycle riders from around the nation, and even around the world rally in the Pentagon parking lots and then begin riding a designated route through the Mall area of Washington, DC. The event, often incorrectly called a parade, is an actual demonstration to bring awareness to and demand accountability for POW’s and MIA’s. It has evolved into an emotional display of respect for all who defend our country. Afterward, it is an opportunity to meet old and new friends, pay respect at the memorials and participate in other Memorial Day events.
Rolling Thunder Today
In the year 2020, AMVETS began to host the Rolling Thunder event making way for the younger generation to add their experiences to the mission and giving the Vietnam Era generation a much needed rest. They marked this change by naming it Rolling To Remember and advocating for the veteran suicide issue and ways to prevent this tragedy, as well as POW/MIA accountability.
The transition took place during the height of the pandemic which logistically hindered the attendance, however, it continues to grow back with every passing year. The Pentagon is welcoming back riders to rally in the Pentagon parking lot and one by one the riders and supporters are returning and restoring the grandeur of the event.
Proud Sponsor of Thunder Alley
Mission Statement
Our mission is the full accountability of POW (Prisoners of War) and MIA (Missing in Action) from the United States of America’s Armed Forces. This organization was formed for and during the advent of the Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally in 1987, a First Amendment Demonstration to bring awareness to the POW/ MIA issue.
Current Numbers of Unaccounted For
WWI – 4,420
WWII – 72,133
Korea – 7,485
Vietnam – 1,577
Cold War – 126
Gulf Wars & Libya 6
STILL UNACCOUNTED FOR – 85,747
