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Tall ships arrive in New Jersey for the semiquincentennial parade
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Key Points:
- An international fleet of tall ships arrived in New Jersey to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, with events centered at Sandy Hook, a historic Revolutionary War site.
- Approximately 20 nations, including Italy, India, Peru, Poland, Spain, and Sweden, have sent their premier tall ships to participate in the Sail4th 250 tribute.
- The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Eagle, the only active square-rigged sailing vessel in federal service, will lead the official parade of ships.
- Officials emphasized the event as a symbol of global security alliances and international friendship, highlighting that America fights alongside its allies.
- The main celebrations will include a Tall Ships Parade, International Naval Review, and International Aerial Review, with planning having started in April 2020.
