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    AMERICA 250

    America 250

    America 250    

    This year we celebrate the nation's 250th birthday with the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. At the Department of War, we will recognize and celebrate Independence not just on July 4th, but throughout the year.

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    Former Tomb Guards reflect on 100 years of continuous guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

    Former Tomb Guards reflect on 100 years...
    03.25.26 | SGT Samantha Cate | 3USIR-TOG
    March 25, 2026, marked 100 years of U.S. Army Soldiers guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. To commemorate...

    77 Featured Videos

    U.S. Marines and Bostonians participate in Sunrise Run Event

    U.S. Marines and Bostonians participate...
    07.12.26 | LCpl Donovan Pimentel | 2MARDIV
    U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250 and civilians participate in the Sunrise Run Event as part of SAIL250...
    Tours of the USS Arlington During INR250

    Tours of the USS Arlington During INR250
    07.05.26 | SA Jonas Kott | NRMA
    U.S. Sailors and U.S. Marines provide tours of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) in New York, during...
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    1,712 Featured Images

    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston

    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston
    07.11.26 | LCpl Michael Robinson | 2MARDIV
    U.S. Marine Corps Col. Aaron Norwood, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, observes ships...
    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston

    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston
    07.11.26 | LCpl Michael Robinson | 2MARDIV
    U.S. Marine Corps Col. Aaron Norwood, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, is interviewed by Lance...
    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston

    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston
    07.11.26 | LCpl Michael Robinson | 2MARDIV
    A spectator photographs a tall ship as vessels arrive at the Boston Inner Harbor during the SAIL250 Grand Parade of Sail Ceremony in Boston,...
    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston

    Grand Parade of Sail SAIL250 Boston
    07.11.26 | LCpl Michael Robinson | 2MARDIV
    U.S. Marine Corps Col. Aaron Norwood, the commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, greets members of the...
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    22 Featured Stories

    Sail 250 Boston Women's Lunch place

    Sail 250 Boston Women's Lunch place
    07.11.26 | Cpl Xavier Alicea | 2MARDIV
    Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, volunteer at the women’s lunch place as part of Sail250 Boston...

    USS Wichita Departs Bristol, Rhode...
    07.10.26 | Courtesy Story | LCSRON2
    BRISTOL, R.I. (July 5, 2026) — The Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Wichita (LCS 13) departed Bristol, Rhode Island, July 5, following a successful port visit to participate in the city's 241st annual Fourth of July festivities. By Lt. Cmdr. Alison Mondville, USS Wichita Public Affairs
    The ‘Rock’ behind the review: 305th OSS orchestrates historic joint launch operation

    The ‘Rock’ behind the review: 305th...
    07.05.26 | Rochelle Naus | JBMDL
    Long before military aircraft filled the skies over New York Harbor during the International Aerial Review, Airmen and civilians assigned to the...
    U.S. Army Hawaii celebrates 250 years of American independence at Schofield Barracks

    U.S. Army Hawaii celebrates 250 years of...
    07.04.26 | Nathan Wilkes | USAGH
    Thousands of Soldiers, families and community members gathered on Weyand Field July 4 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence...
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    20 Featured Graphics

    250th Independence Day Graphic
    07.02.26 | SSgt Makayla Elizalde | 2MLG-COMCAM
    By celebrating our country’s 250th birthday, Americans are uniting across the country in a shared commitment to faith, freedom, and national...

    Freedom 250 - Securing Independence
    07.01.26 | SSG Daniel Lee | 4BN-5SFG-A
    This graphic was designed in commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. Designed using Adobe Photoshop, this graphic honors the spirit of the...

    Fourth of July Graphic
    07.01.26 | A1C Audrey McDowell | 92ARW
    This graphic was created on Adobe Photoshop for the 2026 Fourth of July. The graphic emphasizes the wing's enduring commitment to protecting...

    Honoring 250 Years of Independence
    07.01.26 | SGT Kammen Taylor | 7ATC
    This graphic was created in observance of Independence Day and to commemorate America's 250th birthday. Designed using Adobe Photoshop, the...
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    1 Featured Publications

    NHHC Publications - 06.30.2026

    NHHC Publications - June 30, 2026
    06.30.26 | Courtesy Publication | NHHC
    Naval History and Heritage Command Publications Unit Association: Naval History and Heritage Command America's Navy at 250: The Historic...