US celebrates its 250th birthday: PHOTOS

Americans are celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States with nationwide festivities. Communities are marking the quarter millennium since the signing of the Declaration of Independence through fireworks, flyovers, parades, and concerts. In New York, Macy’s is hosting 4th of July Fireworks with a Brooklyn Bridge laser show. Additionally, cities like Augusta and Royal Oak are holding their own celebrations, featuring annual parades and local events to commemorate the historic national milestone.