Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence

Learn more about the Declaration of Independence for the 250-year anniversary with this interdisciplinary podcast, featuring experts from the USA and around the world.

The series is produced and hosted by Dr. Andrew Sola and the Amerikazentrum, Hamburg.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence

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In 2026, the United States of America is celebrating the 250-year anniversary of its founding, with the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the 4th of July, 1776.

Join us in commemorating this important milestone by learning more about the Declaration of Independence, including the historical reasons for its composition, the political philosophies that influenced it, its reception in Europe and the rest of the world, and its impact on independence movements around the world.

The series features scholars and experts in a variety of disciplines, from history and law to philosophy and culture.

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