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

NPR News · Jul 1, 2026, 9:00 AM

Why this matters: a developing story that could shape the day's news cycle.

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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