Millions celebrate America 250, Sail250 events in key ports

(The Center Square) – Millions of Americans celebrated America 250, Sail250 events in key ports, boarding scores of ships that sailed thousands of nautical miles to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Sail 250 events began in New Orleans after Memorial Day weekend and concluded in Boston this week.

The Semiquincentennial celebration saw the largest gathering of international tall ships and naval vessels in New Orleans, Norfolk, Virginia, Baltimore, Maryland, the Port of New York and New Jersey, and Boston Harbor.

The U.S. Coast Guard provided comprehensive maritime safety and security operations during the global gathering of tall ships and military ships over a two-month period. The USCG said it “worked seamlessly alongside local, state and federal partners throughout the event.” Joint efforts ensured the safety of mariners, record public turnouts, and more than 60 mi...