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PHOTOS: Civil War Day at Blenheim

This year's Civil War Day had hot air, cannons.

History enthusiasts spent Saturday learning about hot air balloons, listening to cannon fire and chatting with reenactors at in Fairfax City.

The 12th annual Civil War Day featured firing demonstrations, wagon rides and guided tours of the Blenheim House. This year's event was held by Historic Fairfax, Inc., 17th Virginia Infantry Co. and Fairfax Rifles.

Click the thumbnails to see photos from the event. 

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