Sunnely Loc: Wisconsin

Did you know that as of March, 20017, the US has been at war 222 out of 239 years since 1776? That is, the US has been at peace for less than 20 years total since its birth. (Source:
https://freakonometrics.hypotheses.org/50473)

As we celebrate the nation's 243rd year of Independence, let's not forget our soldiers fighting somewhere at anytime in this planet for our freedom.

Here's a short historical video of our nation from its "birth" to the Present-Day America; nearly a quarter of a millenium of adversities and tragedies interspersed with happiness. It's in HD, 5 minutes long.

Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fqx6afxKttU

Thanks for watching. Happy 4th of July!

camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.

That is most important, to keep in mind those who died and those serving to protect us.
Happy fourth of July.

blacksmithjps Loc: United States lived in all 4 corners

Great video, and excellent post. The end of the video is too true and sad.