anniversary

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The event designed to simultaneously celebrate his 80th birthday and commemorate America’s 250th anniversary will take place in a massive octagon-shaped structure that has been erected on the South Lawn of the White House.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The course’s owners could have easily sold the land for development, but they hated to turn their backs on the community, especially as the course neared its 100th anniversary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

France's air force acrobatics team staged a flyover of the Statue of Liberty on Tuesday, part of commemorations for the upcoming 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In normal circumstances, when American dignitaries come to Normandy for the anniversary to pay their respects, it’s a solemn but proud occasion.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

“Did you guys eat? The kitchen’s a disaster zone, so don’t come too close, but I can get you something. We’re in the middle of prep work for that anniversary dinner we’re catering tonight.”

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman