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Fourth of July 2014 at the White House

July 5, 2014 at 8:33 AM ET by Nathaniel Lubin
Summary: 
Yesterday, true to tradition, the President and First Lady celebrated the Fourth of July by hosting military heroes and their families for an Independence Day celebration with a barbecue, concert, and a view of fireworks on the South Lawn.
First Lady Michelle Obama, Malia Obama, and President Obama watch the Fourth of July fireworks

First Lady Michelle Obama, left, Malia Obama and President Barack Obama watch the Fourth of July fireworks from the roof of the White House, July 4, 2014. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

Yesterday, true to tradition, the President and First Lady celebrated the Fourth of July by hosting military heroes and their families for an Independence Day celebration with a barbecue, concert, and a view of fireworks on the South Lawn.

Check out the President's remarks:

And then watch the fireworks:

Nathaniel Lubin

Former Director for the Office of Digital Strategy