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Older Than Independence Day! 5 Historic Homes That Pre-Date the Very First Fourth of July Celebrations
The first-ever Independence Day took place in 1776—yet there are several homes across the U.S. that pre-date that historic ...
Why do we celebrate Independence Day on the 4th of July? A quick history lesson
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 ...
On this day: 10 UPI Independence Day headlines that made history
Most Americans are all familiar with the reason we celebrate July Fourth as Independence Day. But do you remember these other ...
Wildlife rescue shelter takes in over 200 animals following Independence Day floods
Austin Wildlife Rescue has taken in over 200 wild animals in the days following the Independence Day floods, bringing the ...
Independence Day remains a dangerous holiday for drivers, NSC data shows
The last detailed data we have for 4th of July from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is for 2023, and in ...
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Fort Buchanan Celebrates Independence Day; Citizens Take Advantage of the Occasion to Join the Army
Thousands of people, including military personnel and families, gathered at the U.S. Army’s home in the Caribbean, July 5 ...
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Independence Day celebration draws 16,000 visitors to Camp Zama to share in festivities
More than 16,000 visitors came to Camp Zama June 28 to join the festivities during the installation’s Independence Day ...