03-07-2025
From 1776 to 2025: US Prepares for 250th Independence anniversary
The United States marks its 249th anniversary of independence on July 4, 2025, commemorating the nation's official break from British rule in a federal holiday in 1941, Independence Day remains one of the most important national observances, honoring the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental New York to Los Angeles, Americans celebrate with fireworks, parades, concerts, and classic backyard barbecues. Towns and cities are adorned in red, white, and blue reflecting pride in American heritage and
Washington, D.C. hosts the annual National Independence Day Parade, while local events across all 50 states bring communities OF JULY 4, 1776On July 4, 1776, the final draft of the Declaration of Independence — primarily authored by Thomas Jefferson — was formally adopted, though the decision to declare independence had been approved two days earlier, on July document's assertion that 'all men are created equal' laid the foundation for a republic built on freedom, self-determination, and individual the nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, the America250 initiative is planning a historic semi-quincentennial celebration. Preparations are underway for national events, historical exhibitions, and educational programs to mark this once-in-a-generation moment.- Ends
