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Manilow, Big Bird and Franklin

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President Obama and his family celebrated Independence Day with a star-studded gala at the Capitol in Washington.

Over a thousand military families were invited to the event.

They were entertained by a diverse range of performers, including Aretha Franklin, Barry Manilow and the cast of Sesame Street.

Footage courtesy of Capitol Fourth Concert/ PBS

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