events 2011
U.S. Embassy Celebrates the Independence Day
June 30, 2011
Ambassador Eisen delivers remarks at the traditional Independence Day reception.
“Independence Day provides an occasion to reflect on our country’s history and values. As we are here in the Czech Republic, it is also appropriate to celebrate the shared history of our two nations, and the values that continue to bind us together as partners and allies," said Ambassador Norman Eisen in his remarks on the 235th anniversary of the independence of the United States.
On June 30, 2011, the Ambassador hosted the traditional Independence Day reception at the Ambassador's residence in Prague. Among the distinguished guests were Czech President Vaclav Klaus, Prime Minister Petr Necas, Foreign Minister Karel Schwarzenberg, Defense Minister Alexander Vondra, Finance Minister Miroslav Kalousek, Interior Minister Jan Kubice and many politicians, academics and diplomats.
July 4th has been recognized as Independence Day in the United States. On this day in 1776 the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, which asserted America’s independence by declaring some of the basic rights of man and listing grievances against the British Empire. To mark the occasion, Americans celebrate with parades, fireworks, concerts and other festive activities.
