Join us for America’s 250th
July 4, 2026, marks 250 years of independence. In honor of this milestone, VA is partnering with America250 to honor one amazing Veteran per week for the next 250 weeks leading up to July 4, 2026.
Today's America250 and #VeteranOfTheDay honors Army Veteran Clifford Sims, who was posthumously the Medal of Honor.
America250 wants you to share your story. We want to hear the story of your service and your reflections on our nation’s past, present and future.
Today's America250 and #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran John J. Pershing, who became General of the Armies of the United States, the highest rank possible for any member of the United States Armed Forces.
Today’s America250 and #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Gen. Philip Sheridan, a commander in the Union Army during the Civil War.
Today’s America250 and #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Wade Haislip, who served as a commander in World War II and later as vice chief of staff of the Army.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Herbert Sobel, who served with the 101st Airborne Division on D-Day in World War II.
