The Royal family marked the US 250th anniversary with a special message on Saturday, 4 July. July 4 marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Royal family reflected on King Charles and Queen Camilla’s trip in April to Washington DC, New York and Virginia on a State visit in recognition of the occasion. They said, along with a video roundup of their trip: “Today, America celebrates their 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence - it was great to celebrate this milestone with you all earlier in the year!”

The United States is celebrating its 250th anniversary today. Let's take a closer look at the document that birthed the nation and where things stand now.

King Charles III has congratulated US President Donald Trump and the American people on the 250th anniversary of American independence, describing the occasion as a "truly…