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Among the many reasons to find yourself at what’s likely to be a very crowded lakefront this week is the Milwaukee Air & Water Show, presented by WaterStone Bank, which brings a bit of international flair to the event scheduled for July 27 and 28.

Let’s start with their overseas representatives as we run through this year’s headliners.

Frecce Tricolori (“Tricolor Arrows”)

This national air demonstration team is pulled from Italy’s pool of experienced Air Force pilots and flies the Aermacchi MB-339A/PAN, a light attack aircraft, for its performances.

The group — like many of the squadrons you’ll be able to see this weekend — puts its precise moves on display, along with intricate formations and a little bit of panache in the form of colored smoke trails that represent the Italian flag.

“We are very honored and excited to perform for the first time in Milwaukee,” Lt.

Col Massimilliano, Frecce Tricolori’s Pilot #11, said in a release announcing the team’s appearance. “Our multi-colored smoke will form a beautiful a

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