Today is the 229th anniversary of the launch of USS Constitution, the ship America calls Old Ironsides. On October 21, 1797, she slid into Boston Harbor as one of the first six ships of the United States Navy. In the War of 1812, British cannonballs bounced off her thick oak hull and sailors swore her sides were made of iron. The name stuck. She is still a commissioned U.S. Navy ship today, crewed by active-duty sailors, and the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world.

Today is the 245th anniversary of the surrender at Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War. On October 19, 1781, the British army surrendered to George Washington at Yorktown, Virginia. French soldiers and warships fought alongside the Americans and trapped the British with no way out. The war dragged on for two more years, but after this day, Britain knew it had lost. America would be free.

A statue of Christopher Columbus stands on the White House grounds, outside the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. The original stood in Baltimore until July 4, 2020, when it was torn down and thrown into the Inner Harbor. It was rebuilt in marble and raised again here in America’s 250th year. Happy Columbus Day 🇺🇸

A 3 day house party on the National Mall 🏠🕺 Thank you to our sponsors, exhibitors, and @Freedom250 for making HUD's Innovative Housing Showcase a success. The future of American housing will be MADE IN AMERICA. Best moments from the National Mall below 👇

In 1891, the American flag grew to 44 stars with the addition of Wyoming, continuing the nation’s rapid expansion in the late 19th century. From Yellowstone’s dramatic geysers and the soaring Tetons to vast open ranges, the Equality State reflects America’s frontier spirit, natural beauty, and enduring sense of possibility—a distinctive chapter in the nation’s story that we honor in this Freedom 250 year. 🏔️ @Freedom250 في عام 1891، ارتفع عدد نجوم العلم الأمريكي إلى 44 نجمة مع انضمام ولاية وايومنغ إلى الاتحاد، في امتداد لمسيرة التوسع السريع التي شهدتها البلاد في أواخر القرن التاسع عشر. ومن ينابيع متنزه يلوستون الحارة المذهلة وقمم تيتون الشاهقة إلى المراعي المفتوحة الشاسعة، تجسّد وايومنغ، المعروفة بلقب «ولاية المساواة»، روح الريادة الأمريكية وجمال الطبيعة والإيمان الراسخ بالإمكانات والفرص، لتشكّل فصلًا مميزًا من قصة الولايات المتحدة التي نستحضرها ونحتفي بها في عام «الحرية 250».

Come catch the Freedom Truck at the State Fair of Texas! 🇺🇸 We’re in Dallas every day through October 18, from 10 AM to 9 PM. Step inside and experience 250 years of the American story.

“Never Forget” A touching tribute in the skies above Lower Manhattan. 🕊️🇺🇸 The Twin Towers Drone show along side The Tribute in Lights honors the lives lost on 9/11 and reminds us that their memory will never fade #NeverForget# #911Anniversary# #September11#

American ingenuity at 185 miles an hour. Seeing IndyCars racing through Washington with the U.S. Capitol behind them was something I will never forget. The real story was everything behind it: engineering, manufacturing, teamwork and people coming together to accomplish something extraordinary. Thanks to Arash Markazi and The Sporting Tribune for capturing the bigger story. #Freedom250# #INDYCAR# #AmericanIngenuity#

The @Freedom250 Grand Prix was a HISTORIC showcase of American automotive excellence — and the skilled workers who make it all possible. Thanks to @POTUS, @SecDuffy and @SecretaryBurgum for bringing this incredible celebration of America’s 250th to our nation’s capital! 🇺🇸🏁

Who's ready for the Humvee Hot Seat? This time, @theisabelb takes a seat for a round of rapid-fire questions inside the legendary Drive 4 Freedom Humvee. From fun favorites to quick-fire choices, you never know what's coming next! Enter today by texting "Humvee" to 41444 and at No purchase or contribution necessary. Void in MT, WA and where prohibited by law. Entry Deadline:11:59 PM ET on 12/19/26. Must be 21 or older. See Official Rules for details. This Sweepstakes is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or X, nor by any other social media platform. These social media platforms are not associated with this Sweepstakes in any way. Any questions or comments should be directed to the Sponsor.

Come catch the Freedom Truck at the Iowa State Fair. We’re located at Gate 13, in Elwell Family Park. Walk through and learn about the people and places that have made America so special for 250 years 🇺🇸🎡

POTUS: Tonight at 9 PM ET, on ABC News, I will be hosting “The Patriot Games,” an Athletic Competition featuring many great young people from across the Country, all of whom participated in the celebration of our Nation’s 250th Birthday! It is my Great Honor to host the Final Games, and cheer on these very special young American Athletes. TUNE IN! President DONALD J. TRUMP