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Light the Sky: Fort Jackson celebrates America's independence

By Fort Jackson Public AffairsJuly 7, 2016

Flyover
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On the shoulders
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Fireworks
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Shouts
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Fireworks
5 / 8 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Cannon salutes punctuated the Torchlight Tattoo ceremony during last weekend's Independence Day celebration at Hilton Field, honoring the 50 states and territories that make up the United States. This year's celebration
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Cannon Fire
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All smiles
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Dance Dance
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Fort Jackson celebrated the Nation's birthday with a day full of events and a night full of entertainment. The night's entertainment began with a fly-over by South Carolina National Guard helicopters and a performance by the local band Root Doctors. Grammy award winning artist Mya performed prior to Fort Jackson's annual Torchlight Tattoo. The day was topped off by a fireworks demonstration.

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