Dull, faded in imagery and contrast Carnival: the first of its kind in 35 years, the US bought the Islands from Denmark, and Caribbean merry-makers make the most of it. Parade atmosphere, ethnic costumes, pageantry. MLS - Arrival of the regal carnaval couple MCUS - Couple walking hand in hand CUS - Native people dancing in the streets POV, from atop a hill - People gathered together CUS - Native man playing the drums CUS - Little Caribbean girl wearing hat, smiling and clapping.