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Why do we celebrate Independence Day on the 4th of July? A quick history lesson
July 4, also known as Independence Day, marks the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the 13 North American colonies officially separated from Great Britain. As the Fourth of July draws nearer, here's a brief rundown of what happened that day in 1776, approximately 249 years ago.
Bristol, Rhode Island marks 240 years of July 4th celebrations
On the Fourth of July, the small town of Bristol, Rhode Island, marked a historic 240 years of Independence Day festivities, making it the oldest continuous July 4th celebration across the U.S. NBC News’ Hallie Jackson has the story.
Shiloh celebrates Independence Day with a BOOM!
Shiloh is celebrating Independence Day all weekend long with activities filled with both rich history and of course, cannon firings. Sunday, Shiloh is concluding its “Booming for Independence” program. The park has been busy all weekend long with visitors checking out the multiple cannon firings.
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Disc golfers bring their patriotic spirits to Independence Day tournamentIt may have been a day late, but that did not stop disc golfers from their Independence Day celebrations. The Southern WV ...
The average rate on 30-year fixed home loans decreased to 6.67% for the week ending July 3, down from 6.77% last week.
The competition was heating up on the Greenbrier River in the town hugged by two counties. Although Sunday was the final day ...
Most Americans are all familiar with the reason we celebrate July Fourth as Independence Day. But do you remember these other ...
Belief in a divinely inspired start gives Latter-day Saints a unique duty to keep the United States going, church leaders say ...
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Closures, Deals, and Delays: Your Independence Day Financial Planning GuideThe stock markets will also be closed on Independence Day. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will close early at 1 p.m.
On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming U.S. independence from Britain ...
Whether hosting a backyard cookout or enjoying some quiet time with family, the long holiday weekend offers the perfect ...
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