Fort Worth honors fallen heroes in solemn Carry the Load march
Hundreds gathered in Fort Worth over the weekend to honour fallen service members and first responders. The Carry the Load event drew participants for a three-mile walk through Trinity Park, marking a day of quiet reflection and remembrance. Across the country, similar marches took place in nearly 75 cities, including 14 in Texas alone. The Fort Worth event began with opening remarks from Police Chief Eddie Garcia. His words set the tone for a day focused on those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Nearby, Boy and Girl Scouts lined the route with flags, while photos and stories of Texas’s fallen heroes were displayed at the Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial.
Among the participants was U.S. Army veteran Matt Thomas, who has taken part in the march for 11 years. He first learned about Carry the Load in 2015 after moving to Dallas. This year, he joined others in walking the three-mile loop in silent tribute. Event director Matt Fryman reminded attendees of the day’s purpose: to honour those lost in the line of duty and to support their families. The Dallas Memorial March followed a day later, continuing the tradition of remembrance across the region.
The Fort Worth walk concluded with participants paying their respects to service members and first responders. The event, part of a nationwide effort, reinforced the importance of remembering those who have died while serving. Organisers and attendees alike emphasised the need to support the families left behind.
