Independence Day
History:
Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal
holiday in the United States
commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring
independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Independence Day is commonly associated with
fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family
reunions, political speeches and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private
events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day
is the national day of the United States.
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