Upon the successful ratification of the Federal Constitution by the required 9 states, Philadelphia's citizenry decided to celebrate that July 4th 1788 with a huge parade. Led by important Philadelphians each representing a constitutional ideology, event, or person, the parade also included representatives of city's tradesmen. The Order or Procession survives to this day, and is a neat look into the celebration of this momentous occasion.
source: explorepahistory.com
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