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    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston [Image 6 of 15]

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    A group of reenactors dressed in 18th-century American Revolutionary War-era uniforms are performing a musket volley salute from the deck of a naval vessel toward open water. An American flag is prominently displayed to the left, and a crowd of spectators below is photographing the event with smartphones. The ceremony appears to be a patriotic commemorative event, likely related to a U.S. Navy commissioning or Independence Day celebration.

    UNITED STATES

    07.11.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson 

    2nd Marine Division

    The Lexington Minute Men fire off their rifles during the SAIL250 Grand Parade of Sail Ceremony in Boston, Massachusetts, July 11, 2026. SAIL250 Boston celebrates America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Marines, Sailors, and community partners throughout the city. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

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    Date Taken: 07.11.2026
    Date Posted: 07.12.2026 15:32
    Photo ID: 9806313
    VIRIN: 260711-M-LF727-1105
    Resolution: 6922x4617
    Size: 5.78 MB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 22
    Downloads: 3

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    A group of reenactors dressed in 18th-century American Revolutionary War-era uniforms are performing a musket volley salute from the deck of a naval vessel toward open water. An American flag is prominently displayed to the left, and a crowd of spectators below is photographing the event with smartphones. The ceremony appears to be a patriotic commemorative event, likely related to a U.S. Navy commissioning or Independence Day celebration.
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    A military officer in dress uniform with a white cover (cap) observes a large tall ship under full sail on open water. The officer is photographed from behind, creating a depth-of-field composition with the ship blurred in the background. Multiple flags are visible on the ship's masts, and several smaller vessels accompany it on the water.

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