USS Constitution and USCGS Eagle

Constitution turn around

July 4th 2012
Today was Independence Day. Happy Birthday United States! Those who know their history know the Declaration of Independence was actually approved on July 2nd, but it was not released to the public until two days later, hence everyone celebrating the holiday on the 4th. Normally, I know exactly what I’d be doing today. I’d gather food, lots of water, a book or two, and head to the Esplanade t ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more

25th June 2017

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

4th of July
Nothing like tall ships to bring back the history of these celebrations. On Australia's Bicentennial Celebrations tall ships from all over the World sailed into Sydney Harbour to remind us of the 11 tall ships that sailed into Sydney Harbour on 26th of January 1978 loaded with British convicts to set up the first colony in the southern land. Tall ships thus bring memories to so many people no matter where they are seen. Great pic Ezra..

26th June 2017

Roosta
Ezra Erb

Tall ships
Thanks for the comments. 2012 was a great Harborfest

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