In 1976, the United States celebrated its 200th anniversary. And with the Vietnam War over, there was nothing left to do but party, and have a dang good time.
We've already given you plenty of photos showing what life looked like in 1976, but in the spirit of celebration, here are 25 more.
1
Parade at Walt Disney World
The Bicentennial.
2
At the Arcade
Teenagers in 1976.
3
Two Dudes in 1976
And their Mustang.
4
Charleston South Carolina Parade
The Bicentennial.
5
A First Job
Burgers in 1976.
6
Selling Merch
Washington D.C., July 4, 1976.
7
Atari HQ
Gaming receptionist, 1976.
8
Cali High Schoolers
Chilling in 1976.
9
Getting into the Spirit
July 4, 1976, in Belleville, NJ.
10
Small Town
Cripple Creek, Colorado 1976.
11
Getting Patriotic
Older Santa Barbara couple posing with their flag.
12
On a Motorcycle
“My Mom,” in 1976.
13
Altier's Shoes
Penn-Can Mall in the town of Cicero, New York.
14
Bicentennial Shorts
Dressed up for the big day.
15
Roosevelt Mall
Northeast Philly, 1976.
16
Crowds Gather to Watch the Show
New York, July 4th, 1976. Photo by Gillies Peress.
17
Convenience Store
Provincetown, MA, 1976.
18
The Bicentennial "Freedom Train"
Three heritage groups hauled the train around the country like a relay.
19
A Teenager’s Bedroom
Decked out in 1976.
20
An Old Ambulance Painted Red, White, and Blue
The Bicentennial celebration at South Street Seaport, NYC. Photo by Sue Berg.
21
Up High
The top of the World Trade Center, 1976.
22
McDonald's Outdoor Dining Area
A mom in 1976.
23
Sea World
A Bicentennial themed orca show.
24
Bicentennial Parade
Washington DC, July 1976.
25
Spring Street at Mulberry
Little Italy, New York, 1976.
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