A crowd gathered in Philadelphia recently to enjoy a reenactment of George Washington’s commissioning and wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier. Nearby, people were allowed to board a collection of historic ships to sail along the Delaware River. Other folks have been climbing into an Airstream travel trailer that is making a yearlong cross-country tour. Once inside, they’re recording stories of their family history, honoring a local hero, or simply describing what it means to them to be an American.
These are among examples of activities being planned and already undertaken to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. They recall the moment when the Founding Fathers, who had gathered in Philadelphia, declared the independence of the 13 American Colonies from Great Britain.
