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Chicago River dyed green for St Patrick's Day
Chicago River dyed green for St Patrick's Day

Thousands of spectators watch as the Chicago River is dyed green prior to the annual St. Patrick's Day parade

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Thousands of spectators watch as the Chicago River is dyed green prior to the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Chicago, Illinois. The annual St. Patrick's Day celebration has included dying the Chicago River green since 1962.

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