Among the many parade floats in the Mexican independence parade on September 15, 1968, is a salute in the shape of a giant sombrero to the forthcoming Olympic games in Mexico City, replete with mariachi band. Location is First and Lorena Streets in East Los Angeles. Burgermeister Beer is a sponsor of the float.
Burgermeister Beer Parade floats--California--East Los Angeles Mexican Americans--California--East Los Angeles Olympic Games (19th : 1968 : Mexico City, Mexico) Parades--California--East Los Angeles Los Angeles Herald-Examiner photographs Herald-Examiner Collection photographs
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