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2 days ago · The Declaration was a formal explanation of why the Continental Congress voted to declare American independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain, a year after the American Revolutionary War began in April 1775.
1 day ago · Juneteenth became one of five date-specific federal holidays along with New Year's Day (January 1), Independence Day (July 4), Veterans Day (November 11), and Christmas Day (December 25). Juneteenth is the first new federal holiday since Martin Luther King Jr. Day was declared a holiday in 1986.
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5 days ago · On July 4, 1776, the 13 colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the fourth of July, also known as...
4 days ago · Independence Days is the city of Independence's hallmark event where folks from across Oregon gather to celebrate the birth of our great nation. Since 1902 Independence Days, (formerly known as Western Days), has been a hometown tradition for locals.
1 day ago · 4th of July or July 4th, also known as Independence Day, is a federal holiday on July 4th. It marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 when the United States declared independence from Great Britain. The day is the “National Day” of the United States.
3 days ago · The Independence Day Parade is a way for people and organizations to meet and enjoy the 4th of July. People come from all over Dale City to get involved and meet the rest of the community.
4 days ago · The collaborative efforts between the Philippine Consulate General in New York and PIDCI for this year’s Independence Day celebration yielded a palpable sense of pride and camaraderie among the members of the Filipino community whose support was crucial to the commemoration’s success.
