
Patriotism and John Philip Sousa
Clip: Season 2011 | 54s
Marine Drum & Bugle Corps perform the "Washington Post March" on A Capitol Fourth.
The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps perform the "Washington Post March" at the fountain on the West Front of the United States Capitol. What better way to celebrate Americas birthday than with a stirring rendition of John Philip Sousa's popular march?
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A Capitol Fourth is sponsored by The Boeing Company and made possible by the National Park Service, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Department of the Army and public television stations nationwide. All travel is provided by American Airlines.

Patriotism and John Philip Sousa
Clip: Season 2011 | 54s
The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps perform the "Washington Post March" at the fountain on the West Front of the United States Capitol. What better way to celebrate Americas birthday than with a stirring rendition of John Philip Sousa's popular march?
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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A Capitol Fourth is sponsored by The Boeing Company and made possible by the National Park Service, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Department of the Army and public television stations nationwide. All travel is provided by American Airlines.