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July 4th 2012

Published: June 22nd 2017

Today was Independence Day. Happy Birthday United States! Those who know their history know the Declaration of Independence was actually approved on July 2nd, but it was not released to the public until two days later, hence everyone celebrating the holiday on the 4th. Normally, I know exactly what I’d be doing today. I’d gather food, lots of water, a book or two, and head to the Esplanade t... Read Full Entry

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Ezra Erb

Roosta

When I travel, I love the great outdoors, modern art, historical sites, good food, classic roadside attractions, and long drives in a convertible. Preferably all at once. The nickname is a tribute to a wise traveller in the Hitch-hikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, who proved that all you really need to cross the galaxy (and beyond) is a towel. I appreciate comments and feedback from blog readers. If you like the posts, I'd appreciate following my blog; the system will send updates to followers when new stuff gets posted.... full info

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Streamer cannons

Explosion of steamers above the barge

Chrysthantenums and starbursts

Four of the largest fireworks in the show

White phosphorus bursts

More fireworks bright enough to cast shadows

Boston Pops Fireworks

Another small sample of one of the largest shows in the country

Boston Pops Fireworks

Another small sample of one of the largest shows in the country

Fireworks guns

Guns create a naval battle above the barge

Finale

Fireworks light up the night at the end of the show

Finale

Fireworks light up the night at the end of the show

23rd June 2017

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Perfect photo
Percision

26th June 2017

Roosta
Ezra Erb

A very lucky shot
Thanks. I anticipated where they were flying, and happened to get the timing perfect!

24th June 2017

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Embracing birthdays
Great story of of a fantastic birthday bash. Nothing better than an airshow and fireworks...oh and the pops. Marvelous.

26th June 2017

Roosta
Ezra Erb

Fireworks
Thanks for the comments. 2012 was a very special Harborfest. Five years later, I still feel the absence of my group no longer going due to the tight security.

25th June 2017

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

4th of July
Nothing like tall ships to bring back the history of these celebrations. On Australia's Bicentennial Celebrations tall ships from all over the World sailed into Sydney Harbour to remind us of the 11 tall ships that sailed into Sydney Harbour on 26th of January 1978 loaded with British convicts to set up the first colony in the southern land. Tall ships thus bring memories to so many people no matter where they are seen. Great pic Ezra..

26th June 2017

Roosta
Ezra Erb

Tall ships
Thanks for the comments. 2012 was a great Harborfest

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