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Fourth of July
In the United States, the Fourth of July is Independence Day, a federal holiday. We celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which occurred on July 4, 1776. Topics of questions include declaring independence from Great Britain, fireworks, parades, and ceremonies celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States.
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Why do people like Independence Day?
because it makes them feel good about there country, now ain't that a load of S.H.I.T. it's just another reason to get drunk
What national holiday is celebrated on the Fourth of July?
July 4, 1776 was the date upon which the founding fathers of the United States signed the Declaration of Independence. On the 4th of July each year, we celebrate our independence from England.
July 4th 1886 marked the date of what?
It's Independence day, an U.S. only celebration. Also known as the Fourth of July.
What do people celebrate on July fourth?
The 4th of July is Independence Day. The celebration that occurs on this day is meant to celebrate the United States claiming their independence from Britain on July 4, 1776.
Does target close early on the Fourth of July?
No, Target does not close early on the fourth of July.
What is American Independence Day?
It is an annual holiday for Americans to celebrate their day of Independence when, on July 14, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed by 56 American colonists who were requesting their independence from the United Kingdom. Though this made them an enemy of the English Monarchy, and caused them strife from loosing their families as a result, it has granted Americans freedom to govern themselves as a country, not as a part of the Crown of Great Britain.
Thus, it is a day for Americans to be very patriotic and proud of being American.
Did Independence day end slavery?
No. Independence Day has nothing to do with the abolishment of slavery. Abraham Lincoln abolished slavery because blacks helped the Union win the Civil War. Independence day is a holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. I personally consider the Emancipation Proclamation (January 1, 1863) to be the true Declaration of Independence.
Since July 4th is a Saturday is the legal day of observance Friday July 3rd?
yes, if the holiday falls on saturday, it is observed on friday, if it falls on sunday, then it is observed on monday.
Why does the US celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July each year?
July 4th for the US is the day we recognize separation form England. 4 July 1776 is the day that the Declaration of Independence was adopted publicly announcing our intent to begin a new nation, separate from England.
Yes it's a law basically they only have to close on Christmas and easter
What president died of a sunstroke 5 days after a July 4 celebration?
Zachary Taylor died after a July 4 celebration- sunstroke may not have been the cause of sudden death.
What is the last verse of the Star-spangled banner?
O! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand
Between their loved home and the war's desolation!
Blest with victory and peace, may the heav'n rescued land
Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation.
Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,
And this be our motto: 'In God is our trust.'
And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Why did it matter on what happened on July 4 1776?
The Declaration of Independence was signed on that date.
What holiday is in Utah in July?
Utah celebrates U.S. Independence Day on July 4th and Pioneer Day on July 24th. (The Mormon Pioneers first arrived in what is now Salt Lake City on July 24th, 1847.)
When did the US gain its independence?
One may argue that we never have been completely independent. Since the purported declaration of independence in 1776, that piece of paper did not change physically change anything. During and after the Revolutionary War, economic dependence on Europe and the Caribbean was still critical to survival of the United States, which still weren't completely united by law until the Constitution of 1787. Leading up to the War of 1812, America was still dependent on foreign trade.
Tracing history all the way to the present day, it's obvious that we are neither self-sufficient nor independent. International trade is still critical to the American economy and way of life. Also, America still gets into worldwide conflicts and face consequences of global issues. In that sense, America never has been, nor likely ever will be truly independent.
The English surrendered in Yorktown, VA in 1781, thus ending the American Revolution. The Treaty of Paris was signed in 1783.
Its by Elsie Gibbs:
Four is too big for his breeches
Knows infinitely more than his mother
Four is a matinee idol
To two and a half his brother
Four is a lyric composer
Raconteur extraordinaire
Four gets away with murder
Out of line and into hair
Where four is, there dirt is also
And nails and lengths of twine
Four is Mr Fix-it
And all of his tools are mine
Four barges into everything
(Hearts too) without a knock
Four will be five on the 12th of July
And I wish I could stop the clock
Do people work on Fourth of July if it falls on a Wednesday?
It depends on Where you work. It's a Federally recognized holiday, so it's accepted and expected that the 4th is a day-off day. Unless you work in something like fast food, retail, or real estate. Then all bets are off.
How old will US of America be on July 4th 2013?
The United States would be 237 years old in July 4, 2013.
Did Pierce die on the fourth of July?
No, Franklin Pierce died on October 8, 1869. Presidents that died on July 4th include John Adams and Thomas Jefferson who died on the same day, July 4, 1826; and James Monroe who died on July 4, 1831.
