Americans celebrate the 236th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Americans Celebrate Independence Day
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A giant inflatable Uncle Sam parades through downtown Washington, D.C. during the annual Independence Day parade, July 4, 2012. (Alison Klein/VOA)
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Uncle Sam parades through downtown Washington D.C. on Independence Day. (Alison Klein/VOA)
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The annual Independence Day Parade in downtown Washington D.C. (Alison Klein/VOA)
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The annual Independence Day Parade marches down Constitution Avenue. (Alison Klein/VOA)