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Defenders Park
West Pasadena
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Historic plaza at Colorado Blvd & Orange Grove — home to the World War I 'Spirit of the American Doughboy' statue.
Defenders Park is a small historic plaza at the corner of Colorado Boulevard and Orange Grove, marking the start of the Rose Parade route. It's anchored by the 'Spirit of the American Doughboy' WWI memorial. A quick, evocative stop for visitors walking the Rose Parade route.
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Colorado Blvd & Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91103
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