Americans celebrate the 236th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Americans Celebrate Independence Day
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Fireworks are seen over the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial in Washington, July 4, 2012. (B. Allen/VOA)
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Fireworks are seen from the National Mall, Washington, July 4, 2012. (M. Lipin/VOA)
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Fireworks over Washington, July 4, 2012. (N. Mortazavi/VOA)
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Crowds of people arrived hours early to get the best spots to watch the fireworks, Washington, July 4, 2012. (M. Lipin/VOA)