The Spirit of ’76 … Grand Ledge Edition

4th of July, 1976 - Grand Ledge, Michigan by Robb

4th of July, 1976 – Grand Ledge, Michigan by Robb

I don’t know if you’re old enough to remember the July 4, 1976 but boy oh boy did my bike have SO MANY STREAMERS 😅

Robb shares “This was the 4th of July parade in my hometown of Grand Ledge, Michigan, commemorating the Bicentennial. I was standing at the north end ot the town’s main drag, Bridge Street, and I got lucky when I shot this photo, showing four Hueys about to do a flyover of the parade. The Air National Guard field was a few miles down the road, to the left of the photo.”

See more in his Vintage Photos – Film gallery on Flickr and have a great Fourth of July.

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Today in Spoiler Alerts: July 3, 1776

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Untitled, photo by Marvin Graves

I hope everyone has a great Independence Day weekend … though I suspect the Redcoats won’t.

View Marvin’s photo bigger and see more in his really great Fort Michilimackinac 2009 slideshow.

PS: If you ever get a chance to visit Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City, I heartily recommend it. Definitely one of Michigan’s coolest museums!

PPS: Love the Bridge peeking up just to the right of the flagpole.

 

Our votes remain

Grand Army of the Republic

Grand Army of the Republic, photo by Bill Dolak

The price of our democracy has been very high. Here’s hoping you can spend a little of your time today investing in it.

View Bill’s photo background big and see more in his Cemetery slideshow.

Happy Fourth of July, Michigan!

Balloon Festival, Howell, MI, June, 2008

Balloon Festival, Howell, MI, June, 2008, photo by Norm Powell (napowell30d)

If you’re needing any boost to your Independence Day attitude, I’m guessing this guy could help you out. Happy Fourth of July everyone!

Check this photo out bigger and see more in Norm’s huge Southeastern Michigan slideshow.

Much more Fourth of July fun on Michigan in Pictures.