Revelers swarmed to the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana on Tuesday for a series of parades and Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras celebrations that have returned for the first time in two years due to the pandemic.  

The U.S. Marine Corps 2nd MAW marching band performed alongside the Krewe of Zulu, and the Krewe of Barkus brought beads and costumed pups to thrilled crowds.

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