Across
- 3. Local groups forming the nation's foundation.
- 5. What the next generations will build.
- 9. People who established the nation.
- 13. Nation strengthened through challenges.
- 14. Successful accomplishments throughout history.
- 15. Freedom declared in 1776.
- 16. Forward movement toward a better future.
- 18. Story of the American journey.
- 23. Cost paid by generations of Americans.
- 24. Nation founded in 1776.
- 25. Variety of backgrounds and cultures.
- 27. Guiding the nation through change.
- 33. War that secured independence.
- 34. Traditional feature of patriotic celebrations.
- 35. Year marking America's 250th birthday.
- 37. System of government practiced in the United States.
- 39. Promise that attracts people to America.
- 41. Citizen of the United States.
- 42. Elements representing the original colonies.
- 44. Event marking the 250th anniversary.
- 45. Spirit that carried Americans westward and into space.
Down
- 1. Quality shown throughout American history.
- 2. Elements appearing on the American flag.
- 4. Development of new ideas and technologies.
- 6. Number of years celebrated in 2026.
- 7. People helping their communities.
- 8. Field advancing knowledge and discovery.
- 10. Official term for a 250th anniversary.
- 11. Core value celebrated throughout American history.
- 12. Celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.
- 17. Pride in one's country.
- 19. Lasting impact of the past.
- 20. Traditions and history passed through generations.
- 21. Symbol of the United States.
- 22. Ability to overcome challenges.
- 26. Future awaiting the nation.
- 27. Foundational American principle.
- 28. Process of learning from the past.
- 29. Country united by shared history and ideals.
- 30. Work performed for others.
- 31. People of the United States.
- 32. Founding document establishing government.
- 36. Commemoration of an important milestone.
- 37. Document announcing independence.
- 38. Current generation of Americans.
- 40. Coming together despite differences.
- 43. National symbol of the United States.
