Scenes From the Inaugural Parade

Performers from around the U.S. rang in Obama's second term.

Elected Officials - In 1970, there were only 1,469 elected Black officials. By 2011, there were an estimated 10,500 Black elected officials. (Photo: AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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The Big Show - Fifty-nine groups from around the country took part in the inaugural parade honoring President Obama's second term. — Britt Middleton   (Photo: AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

Honoring Our Troops - President Barack Obama, Mrs. Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and wife Dr. Jill Biden observe the presidential review of the troops. (Photo: AP Photo/CJ Gunther, Pool)

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Honoring Our Troops - President Barack Obama, Mrs. Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and wife Dr. Jill Biden observe the presidential review of the troops. (Photo: AP Photo/CJ Gunther, Pool)

The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp Band - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp Band - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

Getting in Formation - Parade patrol rolls down Pennsylvania Avenue. (Photo: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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Getting in Formation - Parade patrol rolls down Pennsylvania Avenue. (Photo: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Hot Wheels - The presidential limousine stopped at times during the parade so the Obamas could walk the streets and greet supporters. (Photo: AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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Hot Wheels - The presidential limousine stopped at times during the parade so the Obamas could walk the streets and greet supporters. (Photo: AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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Military Marching Band in Action - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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Military Marching Band in Action - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

USA OBAMA INAUGURATION

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Hello! - The president greets the crowd.  (Photo: CJ Gunther-Pool/Getty Images)

Taking It All in Stride - The Obamas walk past the presidential viewing area.  (Photo: AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

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Taking It All in Stride - The Obamas walk past the presidential viewing area.  (Photo: AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

A Crowded Scene - Pennsylvania Avenue was packed with spectators as the president's limo drove the parade route. (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

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A Crowded Scene - Pennsylvania Avenue was packed with spectators as the president's limo drove the parade route. (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Not-So-Average Joe - The Bidens walk the parade route. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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Not-So-Average Joe - The Bidens walk the parade route. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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A Wave of Support - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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A Wave of Support - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

The Crowd Goes Wild! - The crowd cheers as the president passes by. (Photo: REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst)

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The Crowd Goes Wild! - The crowd cheers as the president passes by. (Photo: REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst)

Taking in History - Crowds take in the inaugural parade. (Photo: John Moore/Getty Images)

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Taking in History - Crowds take in the inaugural parade. (Photo: John Moore/Getty Images)

Aloha! - The Kamehameha School's Warrior Marching Band of Honolulu, Hawaii, passes the presidential reviewing stand, serving as representatives of Obama's home state of Hawaii. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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Aloha! - The Kamehameha School's Warrior Marching Band of Honolulu, Hawaii, passes the presidential reviewing stand, serving as representatives of Obama's home state of Hawaii. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

Texas Flavor - Members of the Palmview High School folkloric group from Rio Grande Valley, Texas, perform. (Photo: REUTERS/Joe Skipper)

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Texas Flavor - Members of the Palmview High School folkloric group from Rio Grande Valley, Texas, perform. (Photo: REUTERS/Joe Skipper)

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What a View - Mr. and Mrs. Obama take in the parade from the presidential viewing area with daughters Sasha and Malia. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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What a View - Mr. and Mrs. Obama take in the parade from the presidential viewing area with daughters Sasha and Malia. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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The Lesbian and Gay Band Association Performs - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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The Lesbian and Gay Band Association Performs - (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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Paying Tribute to the Past - Performers dressed in Civil War-era uniforms march during the parade. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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Paying Tribute to the Past - Performers dressed in Civil War-era uniforms march during the parade. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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