A Capitol Fourth | July 4th fireworks and the 1812 Overture | PBS
Duration: 01:51
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A Capitol Fourth #2011
Each year, A Capitol Fourth is capped off with the National Symphony Orchestras rousing rendition of Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" complete with live cannon fire provided by The U.S. Army Presidential Salute Battery and fireworks over the Washington Monument. This audience favorite is now an A Capitol Fourth tradition.
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Post Date: June 21, 2011
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