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Today in History: July 4, Declaration of Independence adopted in Philadelphia
San Francisco Chronicle· 20 hours agoToday is Thursday, July 4, the 186th day of 2024. This is Independence Day. On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence ...
Proclamation recognizes William Whipple of Kittery, signer of Declaration of Independence
Portsmouth Herald via Yahoo News· 18 hours agoWilliam Whipple, who was born in Kittery, for his efforts and contributions to the founding of the...
Descendants of slaves watch from Declaration House in new exhibit
Axios· 13 hours agoWhy it matters: It's part of a new art exhibit reframing the story of Thomas Jefferson writing the ...
Happy 4th of July! Here's where to see fireworks, celebrate in Louisville
The Courier Journal via Yahoo News· 18 hours agoJuly 4, also known as Independence Day, is the federal holiday set aside to commemorate the...
Richard Lederer: The Declaration of Independence is our nation’s birth certificate
U-T San Diego· 3 days agoThe Fourth of July is the most prominent all-American holiday — the birthday of our country — even...
July Fourth 2024: Weather forecast, when and why the holiday started
Gannett via AOL· 6 days agoEventually, colonists began writing the Declaration of Independence to explain why they needed independence. That opened doors to gain ...
When, where to find area fireworks displays in 2024
Herald & Review· 3 days agoFireworks will be lighting up the skies across Central Illinois leading up, including and following July 4.
Where to celebrate Fourth of July on the South Shore with fireworks, parades and music
Patriot Ledger via Yahoo News· 6 days agoThe holiday marks the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of ...
Carbon America250 rep needs your help | Times News Online
Times News· 8 hours agoAmerica’s Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, and Independence...
Need a 4th of July caption? 30 patriotic quotes to honor America and its history
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 6 days agoOn July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was ratified. Nearly 250 years later, our nation has had a rich history ...