Academy, Colo. Springs celebrate Independence Day

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  • By Don Branum
  • U.S. Air Force Academy Public Affairs
The Air Force Academy partnered with the city of Colorado Springs to hold a birthday party for the nation July 4.

More than 20,000 people attended the Fourth of July celebration, which featured a nearly 30-minute fireworks show as well as performances by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic and the Air Force Academy Band.

Other attractions at the event included a car show, static displays of military hardware, a rock climbing wall and inflatable attractions.

For more photos of the event, view the Fourth of July Slideshow.