Patriotic presentations

Major General Mike Fortney read some snippets from the Declaration of Independence and spoke about the steps that were taken by its 56 signers which led to the establishment of “the greatest nation in human history.” He said the declaration’s 1,320 words – and the concept of self-rule and unalienable rights – shook the world and served as a model document for more than 50 countries in the United Nations.

Local veterans prepare for a 21-gun salute.

During the presentation of the flags, Captain Thomas W. Jackson carried the Texas flag.

Livingston Mayor Judy B. Cochran welcomes everyone to America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration hosted by the City of Livingston July 4 at Pedigo Park.

A large group of people donned their red, white and blue to attend America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration July 4 at Pedigo Park.

Bea Ellis, one of the co-founders of F.A.I.T.H. Military Support Group, gives a brief history of the organization and the work that it does as Livingston Mayor Judy B. Cochran looks on.

Stephanie Williams performs The Lord’s Prayer in Indian Sign Language.

This patriotic baby isn’t sure what to think about the bubbles created by a nearby bubble machine.

This youngster holds on tightly to his dad and his balloon.

Members of the Hale-Sellars American Legion Post #312 raise the American flag and a flag commemorating the 250th anniversary of America.

Renee Vore leads the National Anthem.