What does Independence Day mean to you?

Photo By Sgt. Levi Schultz | Cpl. Javier Sanchez, news clerk, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment: What does Independence Day mean to you? Independence Day is where the United States established itself as an independent nation. I feel like the patriotic spirit is just as strong in some people as it was back then.  

TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

06.30.2015

Story by Pfc. Levi Schultz 

Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center

TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. - In 1776, America's forefathers brought to life a vision of an independent nation in which life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness became the right of all people. Two hundred and thirty nine years later, our nation still stands on the ideas and values set by men like Benjamin Franklin, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

On Independence Day, Americans reflect upon the significance of an agreement that was signed in order to declare independence and forge a new path as one nation united. Combat Center patrons reflect on the meaning of Independence Day and its significance in their lives.

• Date Taken: 06.30.2015
• Date Posted: 07.01.2015 19:14
• Story ID: 168843
• Location: TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, US