Take a look back at how D.C. celebrated some of its champion sports teams leading into Tuesday's victory parade for the Stanley Cup-winning Washington Capitals.
Take a look back at some of the victory parades and rallies for D.C. sports teams from past years.
Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs, surrounded by his players, holds the Vince Lombardi trophy during a rally for the Super Bowl champions on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Jan. 28, 1992. The Redskins defeated the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXVI, 37-24. Redskins linebacker Ravin Caldwell is at left.
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AP Photo/Doug Mills
Washington Redskins defensive end Dexter Manley holds the championship trophy in his right hand as he leans out a bus during the parade honoring the Super Bowl winners on Feb. 3, 1988. The Redskins beat the Broncos by a score of 42-10 to win Super Bowl XXII.
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AP Photo/Barry Thumma
President Reagan readies to throw a football to Washington Redskins’ receiver Ricky Sanders during ceremonies honoring the Super Bowl XXII champions at the White House on Feb. 4, 1988. The ball was presented to the president by quarterback Doug Williams. The Redskins defeated the Denver Broncos 42-10, at Jack Murphy stadium in San Diego, Calif.
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AP Photo/Doug Mills
Thousands of Washington Redskins fans line Constitution Avenue in preparation for a parade in honor of the champions of Super Bowl XVII, Feb. 2, 1983. A constant downpour failed to dampen the spirits of the crowd, which stood in the rain for two hours for their football heroes.
(AP Photo/Ira Schwarz)
AP Photo/Ira Schwarz
One of the buses containing members of the Washington Redskins passes the U.S. Capitol during a parade in a driving rain storm, Feb. 2, 1983. Thousands of D.C. fans stood in the rain to honor the team.
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Don’t forget D.C. United: Coach Tom Rongen holds the 1999 MLS Cup during the victory parade in downtown Washington on Nov. 23, 1999. General Manager Kevin Payne gives a thumbs up. Fans gathered at Freedom Plaza to greet the three-time champs, who defeated the LA Galaxy 2-0.
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AP Photo/Doug Mills
Washington Mayor Anthony Williams participates in the DC United victory celebration after D.C. United won the 1999 MLS Cup.
(AP Photo/Doug Mills)
AP Photo/Doug Mills
President Jimmy Carter greets “Tiny,” the mascot of NBA champions the Washington Bullets, during a reception for the team and supporters at the White House in Washington on June 10, 1978. The Bullets defeated the Seattle Supersonics to win their only NBA title.
(AP Photo/Barry Thumma)
AP Photo/Barry Thumma