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December 11, 2008
Chief of
Protocol Brinker Hosts Diplomats for Holiday Open House - Ambassador
Somogyi's Family Attend White House and Blair House Events
President George W. Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush invited families of
Ambassadors to the U.S. for the "Holiday Open House at the White
House 2008" on December 6, 2008. Ambassador Ferenc Somogyi, Mrs.
Andrea Bors Somogyi and their two sons, Balázs and Bence, enjoyed
the exclusive tour of the home and main office building of the
President of the United States.
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Vermeil Room in the White House
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East Room
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Green Room
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The official White House
Christmas Tree in the Blue Room |
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The ornaments featured on the tree are decorated
by artists from around the country
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The State Dining Room where a Christmas Show took
place
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Grand Foyer
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Following the tour of the White House, the Ambassadors and their
families were invited for holiday "Tea and Treats" by U.S. Chief of
Protocol Nancy Brinker. The celebration took place at Blair House,
the guest house of the U.S. President.
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The Somogyis with U.S. Chief of
Protocol Nancy Brinker (middle), a great friend of Hungary, at
Blair House |
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