Cherry Blossom Festival (Sakura)
For 91 years, people from all over the world have gathered in Washington to welcome the arrival of spring and to share the special season with each other. The splendid cherry trees, the focal point of the Festival, are constant reminders of the strong and enduring friendship between the United States and Japan.
Laura Bush
2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: In the background, the Navy Band performs "Blessing of the Fleet."
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: Over 100,000 people visit Constitution Avenue during the Cherry Blossom Festival.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: The Parade heads west on Constitution Avenue.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: Use of the Metro can help to avoid traffic jams.
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Sponsor: Ronald McDonald enjoys the Cherry Blossom Festival. "The smile known around the world," In his first TV appearance in 1963 the happy clown was portrayed by none other than Willard Scott.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: "Beetle Bailey, reporting for duty!" Private Bailey follows Ronald McDonald.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: the Black Knight Band represents the state of Pennsylvania in the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: Monday, March 31st saw music and dance performances.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: Local Fire departments help to celebrate the Cherry Blossom Festival.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: East meets West during the Opening Ceremony.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: the dengaku is a Japanese tradition that combines dance, music, and acrobatics.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: The parade takes place, rain or shine.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: A local drill team takes part in the celebration.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: Old Glory waving proudly.
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2003 Cherry Blossom Festival: the Red Cross ensures that nothing goes wrong.
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