Cracker Jack at the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

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How did you get these pics, Luke? They are beautiful. Do you have any information on who or how the float was designed? Thank you for the super photos.
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Diane, To answer your first question, Since my sources at Frito Lay have moved to other departments, I've had to scour the web looking for these pictures. As to the second question, I don't know much, but I believe all floats in the parade are made by the Macy's Parade Studio in Moonachie, New Jersey. Below is a photo of a model of the float with some sketches.

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A short little video about the company that makes and designs the float, as well as a sneak peak at the Cracker Jack float.
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Thanks, Luke. I just wondered if Frito Lay had any input in the design. You have done a great job of researching the whole project and keeping us on the forums informed.

Thanks and Happy Thanksgiving!
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You're welcome Diane, and Happy Thanksgiving to you! I'm about to head out to enjoy a nice turkey dinner. I can't wait to eat!

I found this video of the "At the Ballgame" Cracker Jack float on YouTube. You will see the float pass by at 1:55 seconds into the video. When I find a better video, I'll post it.

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Thanks, Luke. That was so great to watch and I appreciate you sending it.
Hope your turkey dinner was everything you wanted it to be.
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