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152 Ukrainian Flags Flying Along State Street In Honor Of Independence Day

Wednesday marks six months since Russia invaded Ukraine.

Flags are on display from Ida B. Wells to Wacker Drive.
Flags are on display from Ida B. Wells to Wacker Drive. (CBS)

By CBS Chicago Staff:

CHICAGO (CBS) — The Chicago Loop Alliance put up 152 Ukrainian flags on State Street in honor of Ukrainian Independence Day Wednesday.

"This is a way for us to celebrate Ukraine and all of the hardship they're going through and celebrate the preservice that they've shown," President and CEO of the Chicago Loop Alliance Michael Edwards said.

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