Sierra Leone 50th independence anniversary

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An impromptu parade formed on Wilkinson Road, the main road through the western area of Freetown. Here a man in a traditional celebratory costume is among the marchers.
- [Tamika Payne/GlobalPost]
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Beach bars and restaurants up and down Lumley Beach, the main stretch of Beach in Freetown, were adorned with patriotic signs.
- [Tamika Payne/GlobalPost]
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The parade at the Sierra Leone National Stadium highlighted groups from across the country, such as the United Indigenous Commercial and Petty Traders Association, to celebrate their patriotism.
- [Tamika Payne/GlobalPost]
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Dancing participants, members of the petty traders group, in the parade at the Sierra Leone National Stadium.
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Sierra Leone's President Ernest Bai Koroma greeting guests after delivering a speech at the 50th Anniversary reception for members of the diaspora on Saturday, 23 April 2011.
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The capacity crowd at the stadium chanted 'Soldier! Soldier! Soldier!' as the Sierra Leone Armed Forces performed a security demonstration.
- [Tamika Payne/GlobalPost]