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Thousands of kites filled D.C. skies. Here are some of the people behind them.

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The Blossom Kite Festival, part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, took place near the Washington Monument. Kites of various colors and designs soared in the skies. Attendees watched kitemaking competitions with a theme, “Red, White and Bloom,” that honored America’s 250th birthday.

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