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    CELEBRATING HERITAGE: PHOTOS FROM THE 104TH GALLUP INTERTRIBAL INDIAN CEREMONIAL PARADE

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    An Apache Crown Dancer performs during the 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial morning parade Aug. 8. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A dancer in traditional attire performs at a festival, wearing a feathered headdress and holding sticks adorned with foliage, while spectators watch in the background.
    An Apache Crown Dancer performs during the 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial morning parade Aug. 8. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    Individuals participating in a parade, holding a flag and a banner that reads 'Navajo Code Talkers' and 'Navajo Warriors.'
    Descendants of the Navajo Code Talkers carry a Navajo Code Talker flag and banner as they make their way through downtown Gallup during the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial parade Aug. 8. The group honors the legacy of the Navajo Marines whose Diné language was used to create an unbroken military code during World War II. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A man in a purple shirt and sunglasses walks confidently in a parade, surrounded by supporters holding signs and umbrellas. The background features vehicles and a colorful advertisement.
    Navajo Nation presidential candidate Justin Jones walks in the 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial morning parade Aug. 8 in Downtown Gallup. Gallup supporters carrying Jones and Ellison campaign signs follow behind him along Historic Route 66. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A group of women and a girl participating in a parade, wearing traditional skirts and t-shirts with political messages, one holding an umbrella. The setting is sunny and festive.
    Supporters of Navajo Nation presidential candidate Crystalyne Curley march through Downtown Gallup during the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial parade Aug. 8 wearing Curley-Deschene campaign shirts and carrying campaign signs. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A young Indigenous person dressed in a camouflage dress and accessories, raising their hand while walking in a parade. The scene includes attendees sitting with umbrellas, and a bakery sign is visible in the background.
    The Tsoodzil Mount Taylor Honor Guard Princess waves to specators while participating in the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial parade in Downtown Gallup Aug. 8. The Tsoodzil Mount Taylor Honor Guard serves under the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration and participates in community events and ceremonies honoring veterans throughout the region. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A woman dressed in traditional attire with feathers and a sash parades down the street, holding a feather in one hand, as others play drums in the background during a cultural event.
    A dancer carrying a feather fan makes her way down the parade route during the 1104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial morning parade Aug. 8. Singers and drummers follow behind her as Indigenous cultures and traditions from across the region are celebrated during the annual parade. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A performer dressed in traditional attire with a white mask and elaborate headdress stands in a parade, surrounded by onlookers and decorative banners.
    An Apache Crown Dancer, also known as a Gaan or Mountain Spirit dancer, performs in the 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial morning parade Aug. 8. Crown Dancers represent the Mountain Spirits in Apache tradition and are an important part of Apache ceremonial life. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond
    A vibrant street performance featuring dancers in traditional Native American attire, adorned with feathered headdresses and colorful costumes, celebrating cultural heritage.
    Traditional Aztec/Mexica dancers perform during the 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial in Downtown Gallup Aug. 8. Rooted in pre-Hispanic Indigenous traditions of Mexico, the ceremonial dances honor the natural world, the cosmos, and ancesteral heritage through movement, music, and elaborate regalia. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond

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