CBP Celebrates the 250th Anniversary of America
On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary—marking 250 years of American independence.
America’s story is CBP’s story; our 1789 U.S. Customs roots are the foundation of today’s border, global trade and travel security. In alignment with the White House Executive Order and Freedom 250, CBP celebrates 250 years of American independence by showcasing its legacy and mission. Join us as we mark our 250 years by taking a moment to go back in time.
“The freedoms we enjoy as Americans have always depended on the courage of those willing to protect them. Because of you, America remains the land of the free and the home of the brave.”
~ Commissioner Rodney S. Scott
“With a single sheet of parchment and 56 signatures, America began the greatest political journey in human history.”
~ President Donald J. Trump
“America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.”
~ Harry S. Truman, address before a joint session of Congress, March 12, 1947
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As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we look back at CBP’s part in that history.
