America 250: Veterans Group Calls Upon Americans to Reignite What Unites Us
The America 250 celebrations have begun, marking 250 years since the founding of the United States. Events are taking place nationwide, including parades and historical reenactments. A veterans group is encouraging Americans to renew their commitment to the nation's founding principles through their initiative 'One Small Step.'
- ▪America 250 celebrations started with a Rededicate 250 event on the National Mall.
- ▪Governor Kay Ivey launched the Alabama celebrations with performances and a commemorative flag unveiling.
- ▪Americans For Prosperity and Concerned Veterans For America are promoting stories of American visionaries to inspire patriotism.
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America 250: Veterans Group Calls Upon Americans to Reignite What Unites Us By Jennifer Oliver O'Connell | 8:20 PM on May 21, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. America 250 - Reagan Library. (Credit: Bob Hoge) Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and this year is significant because of the launch of the America 250 celebrations. July 4, 2026, will mark 250 years since the birth of our nation's founding, and throughout the country, the festivities have already begun. It started with Sunday's Rededicate 250 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., and continues through Independence Day with America's Block Party events and other parades, fetes, displays, and historical reenactments across the fruited plain.
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