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U.S. Independence Day Celebration 2008

June 16, 2008

Photos: Erik Peinar and delfi.ee

On June 16, Ambassador Phillips hosted the Embassy's Independence Day celebration. President Ilves and Prime Minister Ansip attended the event, as well as over one thousand key Embassy contacts. The party included live performances by the popular Estonian band Vanilla Ninja as well as the Estonian Border Guard's Big Band and the traditional musical ensemble Väikeste Lõõtspillide Ühing.

Ambassador Phillips and President Ilves

Ambassador Phillips and Mrs. Phillips greet President Ilves and Mrs. Ilves.

Ambassador Phillips and Andrus Ansip

Ambassador Phillips and Mrs. Phillips greet Prime Minister Ansip and his daughter.

The Flag Ceremony

The Flag Ceremony.

Ambassador Phillips and Mrs. Phillips

Ambassador Phillips and Mrs. Phillips welcoming guests to the Independence Day Celebration.

President Ilves and Ambassador Phillips

President Ilves and Ambassador Phillips.

Vanilla Ninja

Members of the popular Estonian band Vanilla Ninja. From left: Katrin Siska, Lenna Kuurmaa and Piret Järvis.