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On this day: 10 UPI Independence Day headlines that made history
Most Americans are all familiar with the reason we celebrate July Fourth as Independence Day. But do you remember these other ...
CNN’s Independence Day Quiz: How well do you know your American history?
Test your knowledge of American history and the Fourth of July with CNN’s Independence Day Quiz. And be sure to watch CNN’s ...
A good day to remember the words in our Declaration of Independence (Letters)
By this Declaration, Americans asserted their unwillingness to be serfs or vassals to an unaccountable ruler, but rather as ...
On This Day: America declares independence from Britain
On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming U.S. independence from Britain ...
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Independence Day is here, and the fireworks are just part of the story
Independence Day is here, and the fireworks are just part of the story as July 4 rolls on a full-day schedule packed with public events, ... Read more The post Independence Day is here, and the ...
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The History and Significance of Independence Day
What does it truly mean for a nation to declare its independence Beyond the fireworks, parades, and celebrations, ...
Connecticut VFW honors state’s history on Fourth of July
Connecticut state leaders celebrated Independence Day on Friday morning as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of Connecticut held a ceremony in the Hall of Flags at the State ...
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History of Independence Day | A Capitol Fourth - PBS
The following day, copies of the Declaration of Independence were distributed, and on July 6, The Pennsylvania Evening Post became the first newspaper to print the extraordinary document.
5 fun N.J. events happening Fourth of July weekend. Washington Crossing History Day tops list.
New Jersey is set to host a vibrant array of events and celebrations during the Fourth of July weekend. Independence Day ...