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America marks 250 years of independence, in photos

Fourth of July The United States
APTOPIX America 250 Independence Day - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

The United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence with parades, fireworks and patriotic celebrations across the country, as a sweltering heat wave and political divisions shape this year’s historic Fourth of July.

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