1946 RARE First Post-WWII 57th Rose Bowl Parade Photos Pasadena Calif. The pictures are black and white 187L 3″ x 4.25″ in vintage condition with some signs of wear (please see pictures for further condition). 1946 Rose Parade, the first post-WWII parade and one with a fitting theme — Victory, Unity and Peace. The Grand Marshall this year was Admiral Frederick Halsey who led the U. Navy to victory in WWII. Here are some of the picture lot highlights. 1943 Commemorative Float (No parade this year). 1942 Commemorative Float (No parade this year). San Jose – Santa Clara County Float. 57th Annual Tournament of Roses Float. University of California USC Marching Band. American Legion – Iwo Jima Flag Raising Float. Los Angeles County – Wings of Victory Float. Grand Marshall Float – Admiral Frederick Halsey. Please contact me with any issues prior to leaving negative/neutral Feedback or low detail ratings, as I will always do my best to solve any problems that may come up!