I graduated HS in 1976 the 200th anniversary yr. We got a red white and blue tassel along with one with our school’s colors. At our local HS graduation nothing was mention. It was a big deal everywhere back then. Murals pasted on everything and 200th anniversary editions of many products in the stores for weeks leading up to the 4th.
Now for the 250th there is practically nothing just a foot note. Newer generations have little pride in OUR country. Sad to witness the change.
I’ve traveled the world and no country comes close to what we have here.
And yes the American Flag waves on the flagpole in front of my house as it has for 40+ yrs.
I too graduated high school in 76. School colors were green and gold. Our yearbook was red, white and blue with SPIRIT OF 76 on it