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4th of July
The 4th of July Celebrations Begin! July 4th – also known as Independence Day or 4th of July – has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted…
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The July 4th Celebrations Begin! July 4th – also known as Independence Day or July 4th – has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor…
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July 4th Events America’s observance of the July 4th has evolved since celebrations began 240 years ago — we’ve traded 18th-century favorites like turtle soup and shooting cannons for hot dogs and fireworks. Even though the holiday has some predictable elements — there will be barbecues, parades and, yes, fireworks injuries — here are six…
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