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  1. Dec 16, 2009 · The Fourth of July—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...

  2. Jul 3, 2023 · Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second Continental Congress...

  3. Jun 29, 2021 · July 4, also known as Independence Day, marks the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Congress, made up of...

  4. www.britannica.com › summary › Independence-Day-United-States-holidayIndependence Day summary | Britannica

    Independence Day, or Fourth of July, Anniversary of the adoption of the U.S. Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress (July 4, 1776). It is the greatest secular holiday in the country. Celebrating the day became common only after the War of 1812.

  5. Learn the history of America's Independence Day, including why we celebrate on July 4.

  6. Fourth of July 2024: Celebrate with History, Traditions, and Recipes. The United States celebrates Independence Day on July 4th each year. Happy Independence Day, America! Catherine Boeckmann. March 21, 2024. For daily wit & wisdom, sign up for the Almanac newsletter. No content available.

  7. Jul 3, 2015 · Washington, DC, Fourth of July Celebration. History of Independence Day. Painting portraying the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Library of Congress. The Torch of Freedom. "The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America.

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