Happy Birthday, America!

Posted by Beth on July 4th, 2005 filed in General, Support the Troops

Independence Day, 2005

Since July 4, 1776, Americans have experienced freedom’s power to overcome tyranny, inspire hope in times of trial, and turn the creative gifts of men and women to the pursuits of peace. Across generations, our Nation has defended and advanced liberty.

The words of our Founding Fathers first guided a country of 4 million souls, yet they put large events in motion. When the Liberty Bell sounded at the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, one who witnessed the birth of freedom in our country said, “It rang as if it meant something.” In our time it means something still. America continues to proclaim liberty throughout the world, and we remain a country full of hope and promise where opportunity thrives, where all stand equal before the law, and where our freedoms are celebrated.

Americans live in freedom because of the enduring power of our ideals. In the midst of World War II, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt reminded our troops that our Nation believes in the “right to liberty under God — for all peoples and races and groups and nations, everywhere in the world.” Today, a new generation of Americans continues to defend our Nation and spread freedom. On this Fourth of July, we honor the brave men and women of our military, and their families, and we express our gratitude for their courage, dedication to duty, and love of country.

Laura and I send our best wishes to all Americans on Independence Day. May God bless you, and may God continue to bless America.

GEORGE W. BUSH

(Emphasis mine)

Please join me with my friends from the Cotillion in honoring the brave men and women of our military…and be sure to follow the links!

Special thanks to Jody (Steal the Bandwagon) for the whole project–she worked tirelessly organizing it and writing the main pieces despite a seven-hour stay in the emergency room! [And thank you for including silly me as a Milblogger.] I am in awe of you, Jody.

[Linked at the Mudville Gazette's Open Post--Thanks Greyhawk!]

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16 Responses to “Happy Birthday, America!”

July 4th, 2005 at 5:30 am
Jo's Cafe says:

Happy Independence Day

July 4th, 2005 at 9:17 am
Pirate's Cove says:

July 4th Pinup

This one is special for today. No way I was going to use it on a Sunday. Still have a few more for the day. For more great Patriotic photos, check out Life…Or Something Like It American Warmonger The

July 4th, 2005 at 10:31 am
Jo’s Cafe says:

Is It Just Me? celebrates here. At From My Position, Chuck’s wife updates us here. euphoricreality here. Decision ‘08 here. Cox & Forkum have a new cartoon here. The Gun Toting Liberal here. MY Vast Ring Wing Conspiracy here . Fried Green Tomatoes here.

July 4th, 2005 at 11:51 am
Kerfuffles says:

July 4th in Washington

Fourth of July fireworks light up the skyline of the nation’s capital a few years ago as viewed from the vicinity of Fort McNair.

July 4th, 2005 at 11:56 am
Blatherings says:

The Unanimous Declaration

IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776

THE UNANIMOUS DECLARATION

of the

THIRTEEN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

July 4th, 2005 at 3:00 pm
Anonymous says:

Happy 4th Beth!

July 4th, 2005 at 6:07 pm
Blind Mind's Eye says:

On this fourth of July, let’s reflect on the state of liberty in America

In America:

Any real-estate property you own can be transfered to a wealthier, better connected land developer because the tax revenues gained from the new property will constitute a “public good.”
You are free to use highly addictive …

July 4th, 2005 at 6:32 pm
jody says:

Thanks Beth! :)

July 4th, 2005 at 9:27 pm
Blind Mind’s Eye » Blog Archive » Oh, America! says:

[...] nch of selfish pricks in your community have an itch and want to force you to scratch it. My Vast Right Wing Conspiracy This entry [...]

July 4th, 2005 at 11:07 pm
Blind Mind’s Eye says:

a half years, we will celebrate the two hundredth anniversary of the last foreign war that landed on our soil. Hey, maybe we’ll have another then we can test out the vitality of the third amendment… but then I’d rather not. This was inspired by this post here .

July 5th, 2005 at 12:05 am
Michael says:

Reminds me of taking my kids, when they were still in elementary school,
to see the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
in Arlington National Cemetary. It was a truly moving moment, and I
wanted my children to get some sense of the sacrifice that has made
our country possible. All those white crosses make the point more
powerfully than any history lesson possibly could.

God Bless America. Hope you all had a great Fourth.

July 5th, 2005 at 12:08 am
Pirate's Cove says:

This one is special for today. No way I was going to use it on a Sunday. Still have a few more for the day. For more great Patriotic photos, check out Life…Or Something Like It American Warmonger The Cotillion Common Sense Runs Wild Gm’s Corner MY Vast Right Wing Conspiracy Stop The ACLU More to come as I find them. Or send me your link or trackback. Posted by William Teach at 09:40 AM in Patriotic Pinup | Permalink | Comments (6) | TrackBack (6)

July 5th, 2005 at 12:35 am
Smoke Eater says:

Beth, happy Fourth, God Bless and Thank You for your service!

July 5th, 2005 at 2:28 am
Blind Mind’s Eye says:

over the meaning of basic components of the vernacular. But most of all, the right to be left the hell alone, to not be the sacrificial lamb because a bunch of selfish pricks in your community have an itch and want to force you to scratch it. My Vast Right Wing Conspiracy

July 5th, 2005 at 8:22 pm
Crystal Clear says:

had the list of the three is on the fritz…Nevertheless let me share with you this fantastic post that leads you to an amazing group of bloggers.. Over at Jackson’s Junction: July 4th - Independence Day. Cry Freedom with Monday’s Round the Reader MY Vast Right Wing Conspiracy Pirate’s Cove who not only has some great graphics but graciously shared amazing ones with the Cotillion… One of my favorite posts today and a most definite MUST READ by Maxed Out Mama: Independence Day