An international fleet of tall ships arrived on the shores of New Jersey to mark a once-in-a-generation celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial. Organizers and officials gathered in Sandy Hook to outline the scope of the historic ‘Sail 4th 250’ tribute.
Historic Celebration
Roughly 20 nations have dispatched their premier tall ships to participate in the celebration, with vessels arriving from as far away as Italy, India, Peru, Poland, Spain, and Sweden. The legendary U.S. Coast Guard cutter Eagle will lead the official parade of ships.
The main festivities will kick off with the Tall Ships Parade, International Naval Review, and a coordinated International Aerial Review. The event is a testament to the strength of global security alliances, with the presence of international crews representing something far deeper than a simple tourist attraction.
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