St. Patrick’s Day Parade Origin

Write about the origins of the St. Patrick’s Day parade and its growth over time.

Most people associate St. Patrick’s Day with grand parades, but few know how this tradition started. Interestingly, the first St. Patrick’s Day parade wasn’t held in Ireland but in the United States. This prompt allows you to investigate the true origins and evolution of the parades, examine how they have become embedded in the modern celebrations, and their cultural significance to both Ireland and other countries.