Laredo, Texas 21FEB03: The Society of Martha Washington, a historic south Texas debutante organization formed in 1939, holds its annual gala featuring eleven girls making their entrance into Laredo society. Each debutante wears an elaborate hand-made gown, which she debuts onstage when making her entrance into the ball. ©Bob Daemmrich

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Laredo, Texas 21FEB03: The Society of Martha Washington, a historic south Texas debutante organization formed in 1939, holds its annual gala featuring eleven girls making their entrance into Laredo society. Each debutante wears an elaborate hand-made gown, which she debuts onstage when making her entrance into the ball. The fete honors George and Martha Washington as founders of the United States. The Laredo tradition is the centerpiece of Washington's Birthday festivities along Texas-Mexico border this month. ©Bob Daemmrich

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Location: Laredo Texas USA
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