independence day Archives

America’s Independence Day and Our Commitment to Equality

By Ambassador David M. Satterfield July 2, 2021 On the Fourth of July, the United States of America celebrates the 245th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence. The enduring power and influence of the Declaration derives from its core premise, the self-evident truths “that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their ...

By U.S. Mission Turkey | 2 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Declaration of Independence, independence day, U.S. Constitution, U.S. Democracy

Ambassador John Bass’ Speech At the 240th Independence Day Reception

"It has been a difficult, painful year since Holly Hanım and I hosted many of you last year at this event. Both of our societies have suffered pain and loss at the hands of terrorists. We feel the losses here in Turkey deeply, and we again extend our deep condolences to everyone here and across ...

By U.S. Mission Turkey | 13 July, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Featured Event, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: 4temmus, 4thofjuly, bağımsızlık günü, Bağımsızlık Günü 2016 Ankara, independence day, independence day 2016, independence day 2016 Ankara