Token - Centennial Celebration of the Gift of Trees

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100
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1912-2012

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In 1912, an incredible gift of 3,000 cherry blossom trees was bestowed on Washington, DC by Tokyo, Japan. Rooted strongly and surviving outside elements, the trees have withstood the test of time – and in spring 2012, the National Cherry Blossom Festival held an unprecedented tribute in honor of the 100-year anniversary of the gift.