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250 years: The milestones that shaped America
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July 3, 2026
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14:04Now PlayingAs America turns 250, this explainer traces the nation's story from 1776 to today, starting with a twist most people miss: independence was actually declared on July 2nd, not the 4th. From a young country of just 2.5 million people to a nation of more than 342 million, revisit the milestone birthdays that shaped America's identity as historians reflect on how far the country has come and why, despite the many hard chapters, they remain optimistic about what's next.
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