2004 Fourth of July Celebration
There may have been torrential rains this Fourth of July on the Capitol, but that didn't stop many metropolitan area residents and out of towners from coming down to the Mall for the annual celebration. Though there was a rumor of cancellations due to inclement weather, people toughed it out. Finding shelter in overhangs or braving the rains with umbrellas and rain ponchos these families and friends enjoyed the company of good food, bands, and most importantly fireworks!
These two ladies pose with their American flags as they wait for the parade to get underway.
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One of the various groups that marched on the July Fourth Parade.
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A crowd gathers in anticipation of the parade.
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The Hershey Kissmobile rides down the parade route introducing the new Caramel Hershey Kiss.
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One of the many groups that partook in the parade. This boy juggles as he rolls on a ball, an interesting skill.
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A juggler on a unicycle performs down the street.
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An ariel shot of the umbrellas that lined the streets of DC.
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A man stands on the steps on the Mellon Auditorium, across from the Smithsonian Museum of American History.
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Float troubles cause the Cat in the Hat to stop and readjust in front of the National Museum of American History.
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A husband and wife wait for the parade to start.
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The Cat in the Hat, finally get's off the ground.
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A group of people stand in the puddles to get a better look at the floats on parade.
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This marching band plays even in the pouring rain. *
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The marching band parades down Downtown DC.
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A colorful marching band parades down Constitution Avenue.
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