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US Celebrates Its Independence Day On July 4

John Adams thought Independence Day should be celebrated on July 2. Why is it on July 4?

John Adams, for what it's worth, reportedly turned down invitation to July 4 events as he still believed it should be celebrated on July 2, according to The History Channel. He died on July 4, 1926.

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What is the Fourth of July? Why the United States celebrates Independence Day on July 4

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 adopted the Declaration of Independence.

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Commentary: What is America's true Independence Day?

Americans will celebrate the nation's birthday on the Fourth of July, but Founding Father John Adams believed that July 2 was America's true Independence Day..

US Federal Holidays and Special Days in July 2025: Check Dates and Events

Discover federal holidays and special days in July 2025 in the U.S., including Independence Day celebrations, religious ...

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When is Independence Day 2025?

The Fourth of July isn't just a day for cookouts and fireworks. Here's a quick lesson about Independence Day and when it became a federal holiday.

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What are the first words in Declaration of Independence? A recap on July 4

The Declaration of Independence was originally drafted by former US President Thomas Jefferson in consultation with committee members such as John Adams.

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Independence Day Events - Military.com

National Independence Day Parade. The National Independence Day Parade returns from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, July 4, 2025, along Constitution Avenue NW from 7th Street NW to 17th Street NW ...

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