If you're not going to be in the US this week, you can still capture the Independence Day best by looking at Fourth of July fireworks on Flickr. The photo sharing site is sure to play host to thousands of photographs from professionals and amateurs alike.
If you happen to be in America for the holiday, why not post your own photos? As we mentioned previously, many newspapers and other major media sources are dipping into Flickr for photos, so who knows, maybe yours will be picked for a feature!
The gallery shows some of the best Fourth of July fireworks on Flickr from past years.
Below are Flickr highlights from Euro 08.
Amazing July 4 Fireworks
Independence Day on Flickr
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