412-DA-13829

John H. White
Chicago, IL
August 1973

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Closeup of a Black beauty gracing a float during the annual Bud Billiken Day Parade along Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Drive on Chicago's South Side. Up to a half million people view one of the largest events of the year, held for Blacks of all ages and economic status. The parade also includes Black politicians, Black businesses displaying their products and Black bands.