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    A formal military ceremony is taking place on what appears to be an international border bridge, as indicated by a sign reading 'Boundary of the United States of America' and 'Límite de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos'. Officers in different military uniforms, including Mexican and U.S. Army dress uniforms, are exchanging small flags representing both the United States and Mexico. The event appears to be a bilateral diplomatic or military ceremony with honor guards, civilians, and observers present.

    LAREDO, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    02.20.2016

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Melisa Washington 

    Texas Army National Guard (Texas Military Forces)

    Dignitaries from Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, gathered on the Lincoln-Juarez International Bridge for the International Bridge Ceremony Feb. 20, 2016. The ceremony celebrates the bond between the United States and Mexico. The staple of the ceremony, the "abrazo," or embrace, is led by four children representing Mexico and the United States, affectionately know as the "abrazo children." Dignitaries including religious, political, and military officials follow suit by embracing and exchanging flags. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Melisa Washington, 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment/Released)

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    Date Taken: 02.20.2016
    Date Posted: 02.21.2016 19:42
    Photo ID: 2415007
    VIRIN: 160220-Z-ZC383-049
    Resolution: 4288x2848
    Size: 1004.4 KB
    Location: LAREDO, TEXAS, US
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    Downloads: 3

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    An outdoor ceremonial event featuring children in traditional cultural costumes on a red carpet, flanked by U.S. Marines in dress uniforms and a crowd of formally dressed attendees. Two girls are embracing in the foreground — one wearing an elaborate embroidered Mexican folkloric dress and one in a white lace dress holding a sombrero — suggesting a binational or cultural exchange ceremony. Both American and Mexican flags are visible, indicating a U.S.-Mexico diplomatic or commemorative event.
    An outdoor ceremonial event featuring two Catholic bishops or archbishops in traditional black and magenta vestments embracing on a red carpet. U.S. Marines in dress uniform stand at attention alongside a military band, suggesting a formal diplomatic or religious reception. Both American and Mexican flags are visible, indicating a cross-border or binational occasion.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place on what appears to be an international border bridge, as indicated by a sign reading 'Boundary of the United States of America' and 'Límite de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos'. Officers in different military uniforms, including Mexican and U.S. Army dress uniforms, are exchanging small flags representing both the United States and Mexico. The event appears to be a bilateral diplomatic or military ceremony with honor guards, civilians, and observers present.
    A formal outdoor ceremony featuring two men in historical costumes standing on a red carpet, one holding a small American flag and the other carrying a Mexican flag and a large ceremonial banner. The event appears to be a binational or commemorative ceremony, with military personnel, dignitaries, and spectators present. American and other flags are displayed on a decorated platform in the background.
    An elderly man stands smiling on a road near what appears to be a border crossing or toll plaza. He is wearing a white veteran or organization cap with pins/badges, a blue gingham shirt, and a medal with red, white, and blue ribbon. An American flag is visible in the background along with palm trees and a media crew.

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