America's Milestone Birthday Celebrations Through History

From the deaths of founding fathers on its 50th anniversary to more extravagant and controversial events, America's milestone birthdays have been marked by evolving celebrations over time.

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How America has celebrated milestone birthdays, from world fairs to the World Cup

Two founding fathers died on America's 50th birthday, which was marked with toasts and parades. Over time, anniversary celebrations became more extravagant — and more controversial.

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America's Milestone Birthday Celebrations Through History

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How America has celebrated milestone birthdays, from world fairs to the World Cup

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