Berlin's Brandenburg Gate glows in US colors for 250th Independence Day

Berlin's iconic Brandenburg Gate was bathed in the colors of the American flag – red, white, and blue – on the evening of July 4th to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence.

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As a symbol of unity and freedom, the Brandenburg Gate impressively recalls the shared values on July 4th.

The special illumination began at sunset and continued until midnight, serving as a visual tribute to the significant milestone. The event underscored the strong historical and political ties between Germany and the United States.

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Berlin congratulates the United States heartily on its 250th birthday.

Kai Wegner, the Governing Mayor of Berlin, stated, "As a symbol of unity and freedom, the Brandenburg Gate impressively recalls the shared values on July 4th." He extended Berlin's "heartfelt congratulations to the United States on its 250th birthday."

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The 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence is a reason to celebrate for Europe, Germany, and especially for Berlin.

Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul noted that the 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence is a cause for celebration not only for the US but also for Europe, Germany, and particularly Berlin. He emphasized that the values enshrined in the Declaration of Independence formed the foundation for a free, democratic post-war Germany. The United States officially celebrates its Independence Day on July 4th, commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by delegates from the 13 American colonies, marking the birth of the USA.

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On the values of the Declaration of Independence, the free, democratic post-war Germany was founded.