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Happy birthday, dear America, happy 250th birthday to you!<\/p>\n

The land of the free and the home of the brave turns a quarter of a millennium old Saturday, and Americans from sea to shining sea are pulling out all the stops.<\/p>\n

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In New York City, the Times Square ball will drop when the clock strikes midnight Friday into Saturday, kicking off the Big Apple\u2019s patriotic festivities.<\/p>\n

Plus, a once-in-a-lifetime Sail4th 250 Parade of Tall Ships will begin its voyage in New York Harbor on July 4, featuring 80 ships and 150 aircraft from international militaries in a blockbuster celebration that will last six days.<\/p>\n

And Macy\u2019s July 4th fireworks show will celebrate its own 50th anniversary with a \u201ckaleidoscope of color\u201d illuminating NYC\u2019s iconic skyline.<\/p>\n

Down in the nation\u2019s capital, President Trump has an epic \u201cSalute to America\u201d bash planned for Saturday afternoon and night on the National Mall. A world record-setting 851,000 fireworks, more than two dozen military flyovers and a reflective speech by the leader of the free world are on the agenda for the Washington, DC event.<\/p>\n

Follow The Post\u2019s live updates for the latest news, pics and more from America 250 celebrations across the nation:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A happy 250th birthday letter to America from President Donald Trump<\/h2>\n


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President Trump reflects on America\u2019s 250th birthday, emphasizing the nation\u2019s history of winning and the unyielding spirit that forged it. <\/p>\n

He highlights key historical events like the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the Civil War, underscoring the importance of strength, power, and honesty for the nation\u2019s future.<\/p>\n

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READ MORE<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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The Great Depression showed us: Even when the American Dream is challenged, this country’s spirit is resilient<\/h2>\n


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The Great Depression, marked by 25% unemployment and widespread bank failures, was a decade of profound economic hardship. <\/p>\n

This era, however, highlighted American resilience and led to crucial institutional reforms. <\/p>\n

The creation of Social Security and stronger financial regulations were key lessons from this challenging period.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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A place of living history, the White House has always been the People’s House<\/h2>\n


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The White House, designed by James Hoban and completed in 1800, has been home to every U.S. president since John Adams. <\/p>\n

Despite physical changes, its core idea as a \u201cdream house\u201d for the nation remains, as highlighted by historian William Seale. <\/p>\n

It stands as a living testament to American democracy, holding tangible connections to presidential life through its artifacts and rooms.<\/p>\n

Read more Knicks signing Andre Drummond on $3.9 million contract to fill Mitchell Robinson void<\/a><\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Navy, military fleet prepares for patriotic Sail4th Parade of Tall Ships event in New York harbor<\/h2>\n


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