The first-ever Independence Day took place in 1776—yet there are several homes across the U.S. that pre-date that historic ...

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July 4, also known as Independence Day, marks the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the 13 North American colonies officially separated from Great Britain. As the Fourth of July ...

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On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming U.S. independence from Britain ...

The Bill of Rights Institute developed an eight-question Independence Day quiz to test Americans' knowledge about the July 4th holiday.

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Looking for fireworks for Independence Day? Here's a list of area locations hosting fireworks and other activities.

The July Fourth Independence Day Celebration on the National Mall in Washington kicks off Friday morning with the annual ...

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Military music and the reading of the Declaration of Independence filled Salem Square for their 242nd Fourth of July ...

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