Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

The 51st Force Support Squadron hosted "Liberty Fest" on the Osan Air Base operations ramp July 4 to celebrate America’s independence. The free event welcomed Team Osan and offered entertainment by Korean bands, static displays, demonstrations and a fireworks display. Various booths offered activities and traditional American food. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)

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Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

The lead singer of the band LRD performs July 4, 2012, on the main stage during Liberty Fest, a Fourth of July celebration at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. After the band’s performance, Col. Patrick McKenzie, 51st Fighter Wing commander, led the countdown to the fireworks show. The 51st Force Support Squadron helped bring a number of activities and live performances to the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)

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Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

Fireworks spark at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 4, 2012, to celebrate America’s independence. The annual Liberty Fest started with a golf tournament and ended with a fireworks show. Live bands also played during the day and traditional American food was served at the event. The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is a federal holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of the Independence on July 4, 1776. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)

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Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

Fireworks paint the sky green at Osan Air Base’s annual Liberty Fest, July 4, 2012, to celebrate Independence Day. Activities to include a golf tournament, dunk booths and live bands were held throughout the day. The annual event was hosted by the 51st Force Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)

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Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

Team Osan watches the fireworks display on the flightline July 4, 2012, to culminate Liberty Fest. Service members, families and Koreans enjoyed a day of activities, won prizes and watched various bands perform. The annual event is held to honor Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)

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Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

Fireworks light up the sky as Team Osan celebrates Independence Day, July 4, 2012, during the annual Liberty Fest. The 51st Force Support Squadron hosted various events throughout the day to include live bands, golf tournaments and a fireworks display. Traditional Korean performances and American food were also a part of festivities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)

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Team Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

Published July 6, 2012
By Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Team Osan watches fireworks on the flightline, July 4, 2012, at the end of Independence Day celebrations. The 51st Force Support Squadron hosted Liberty Fest to celebrate the federal holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of the Independence on July 4, 1776. Live music, prizes and local performances were held throughout the day. View slideshow for more photos. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stefanie Torres)