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Photograph by John H. White
Chicago, Illinois
August 1973

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Part of the color guard for the Bud Billiken Day Parade waiting to step out along the route on Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Drive on Chicago's South Side. One of the largest events during the year, it is held for Blacks of all ages and economic status, and attracts up to half a million people along the way. The parade includes Black politicians, Black businesses displayed their products, Black bands and Black beauties of all ages.