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Monticello's 2008 Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony

This outdoor naturalization ceremony for new citizens on Monticello’s West Lawn is one of America’s most inspiring July 4 events. This year's ceremony featured the remarks of President George W. Bush.
Videos of the Ceremony
President Bush’s Address
The Oath of Citizenship Welcome from Judge Wilkinson The New Citizens Speak
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Images of the Ceremony
President George W. Bush on tour at Monticello
President George W. Bush addresses the candidates for citizenship at Monticello
Over 3,000 people attended the ceremonies on Monticello's West Lawn
Many in the crowd decorated themselves with the little flags they received upon arrival
       
Seventy-two individuals took the Oath of Citizenship at Monticello
Since 1963, more than 3,000 men and women have taken the oath of citizenship at MonticelloSince 1963, more than 3,000 men and women have taken the oath of citizenship at Monticello
Dressed in red, white, and blue, a young asian girl participates in the cermonies, standing alongside her adoptive parents
President Bush welcomes one of the younger participants in the ceremony