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When Did Fireworks Become a Fourth of July Tradition?
The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...
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 ...
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Jones: America desperately needs a renewal of the spirit of July 4, 1776
Delegates to the Second Continental Congress, meeting in Philadelphia on the Fourth of July in 1776, issued a remarkable document, proclaiming the thirteen colonies in America to be free from British ...
Demonstrators line Eugene's streets for 'No Kings since 1776' protest on Fourth of July
At least 500 demonstrators lined the streets outside the federal courthouse in Eugene on July 4 for a "No Kings since 1776" ...
Philadelphia July 4, 1776, weather: What was it like when the US declared independence?
The U.S. declared independence from Great Britain 249 years ago – on July 4, 1776. Independence Day gatherings were a little ...
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Why do we celebrate the 4th of July? Set off fireworks? What happened on July 4, 1776
In July 4, 1777 the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post ...
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Feast like it's 1776: Historic bites for the Fourth of July
Americans spent an estimated total of $13.3 billion on food and beverages for the Fourth of July. As we come together to ...
What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous ...