• Tagged America, America the Beautiful, autumn, autumn in America, environment, fall colors, fall foliage, nature, peak fall foliage dates

America the beautiful in autumn. Here are the predicted peak fall foliage dates for the 48 contiguous states, according to the Farmers’ Almanac. Enjoy! [50 Photos]

• Tagged America, celebration, fireworks, holiday, Independence Day, July Fourth, military, military photographers, people, photography, photos, pics, places, soldiers, transportation, troops, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy, USA

Happy Birthday America! We had hoped to show you something a little bit different than the same old firework display photos you see all over cyberspace. Military photographers have captured some very cool, unique, and patriotic shots of our troops and how they celebrate Independence Day. Most of their shots below are tagged with the military photographer’s description of the scene. From picnics to parties, Americans celebrate the nation’s birthday in many different ways. Are you small town or big city July 4th firework celebration type person? How do watch the firework displays? On your back on a blanket? Sitting in chairs or stadiums? Near a body of water, or are you the “official” lighter of family fireworks? However you celebrate America’s Independence and birthday, please spare a happy thought in support of our troops and their families. Have fun! Enjoy the fireworks! This our little patriotic tribute. We love the USA and we love these pics! [46 Fantastic Photos]