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Entrance to the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds during the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show

This photograph shows the entrance to the Exhibit Hall at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colorado, on the opening morning of the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show. The fairgrounds served as the venue for the annual philatelic exhibition, which is part of the World Series of Philately and features exhibits, dealers, and special events such as stamp issue ceremonies.

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First Day of Issue ceremony for the Baby Wild Animals stamps at the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show

This photograph shows the First Day of Issue ceremony for the Baby Wild Animals stamps held during the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show, an official event of the United States Postal Service. The ceremony took place at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colorado, and featured remarks by the Postmaster of Denver, show organizers, and guest speakers. A framed enlargement of the stamp artwork was displayed during the ceremony to commemorate the release.

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Officials signing programs at the 2025 Baby Wild Animals First Day of Issue ceremony

This photograph shows officials autographing programs at the First Day of Issue ceremony for the Baby Wild Animals stamps during the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show. The event was held at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colorado, and organized in partnership with the United States Postal Service.

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Philatelic exhibit frames at the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show

This photograph shows rows of competitive philatelic exhibit frames at the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show, an annual philatelic exhibition that is part of the World Series of Philately. Exhibitors display collections of postage stamps, postal history, and thematic material for judging and public viewing. The event took place at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colorado, attracting collectors, judges, and visitors from across the region.

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Postcrossing meetup at the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show

This photograph shows participants attending the Postcrossing meetup table at the 2025 Rocky Mountain Stamp Show, an annual philatelic exhibition and part of the World Series of Philately. The event took place at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colorado, where collectors and enthusiasts gathered to exchange postcards, stamps, and socialize. The image depicts attendees engaged in writing, stamping, and exchanging postcards.

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Aerial view of Fitzsimons Army Hospital, 1973

Aerial view of Fitzsimons Army Hospital in Aurora, Colorado, before closure.

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Colorado -Adams County - Las Animas County (part)- - NARA - 17443770 (page 104)

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Colorado -Adams County - Las Animas County (part)- - NARA - 17443770 (page 93)

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George Sakato 2013

Pvt. George Sakato, World War II Medal of Honor recipient, watches the groundbreaking ceremony for the Colorado Freedom Memorial Feb. 2, 2013, in Aurora, Colo. The memorial is a 12-year effort led by Rick Crandall and members for the CFM Foundation. The memorial will list the names of all Colorado service members from all branches and all wars who died during combat operations on foreign soil since Colorado became a state. This is the first memorial of its kind, which names members from all serv

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George Sakato 2013 (cropped)

Pvt. George Sakato, World War II Medal of Honor recipient, watches the groundbreaking ceremony for the Colorado Freedom Memorial Feb. 2, 2013, in Aurora, Colo. The memorial is a 12-year effort led by Rick Crandall and members for the CFM Foundation. The memorial will list the names of all Colorado service members from all branches and all wars who died during combat operations on foreign soil since Colorado became a state. This is the first memorial of its kind, which names members from all serv

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Mission Viejo entrance

One of the "Barcelona" entrance walls to the Mission Viejo Community in Aurora Colorado.

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OPEN DUMP - NARA - 544799

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Sleepy tabby (Unsplash)

Aurora, Denver, United States

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Sunrise Elementary School Thanks Veterans DVIDS123538

Spectators clap and cheer as fifth grade students hold up their mosaic display simulating the American flag during a Veterans Day parade at Sunrise Elementary School in Aurora, Colo., Oct. 17, 2008. The school is hosting its fifth annual parade to honor former and current members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Current members of the 140th Wing, Colorado Air National Guard, from Buckley Air Force Base, Colo., lined a sidewalk to show support for the students, and also judged the patriotic event.

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The Seven 110306-F-NQ000-011

Remains of a green sedan following a fiery, one-car crash on Airport Road in Aurora, Colo., March 6, 2011: Seven soldiers and airmen rescued two victims from the burning car. The group was composed of Colorado National Guardsmen and Army Reservists who were on their way to drill that morning. (Photo/Air Force Staff Sgt. Robyn "Red" Ryder)

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Tren de Aragua in Aurora, Colorado

An image with individuals reported to be members of Tren de Aragua.[1][2][3]

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Water Survival Training Colorado Guard Style DVIDS144892

Tech. Sgt. Jason Harrison of the explosive ordnance disposal uses proper techniques while doing a buddy rescue with Sgt. Shawn Miller during water survival training in Aurora, Colo., Jan 14. Harrison, an EOD craftsman based at Buckley Air Force Base, in Aurora, Colo., was the only non-CST member to conduct the water survival training.

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Water Survival Training Colorado Guard Style DVIDS144901

Sgt. 1st Class Frankie Gomez (left), guides Sgt. Shawn Miller into the pool during a Level A confidence test in Aurora, Colo., Jan. 14. Gomez and Miller are assigned to the Colorado National Guard 8th Civil Support Team based at Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora, Colo.

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Western Trail Ride (Unsplash)

12 Mile Stables, Aurora, United States

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