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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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Where can we see July 4th fireworks on Maui?
Sadly, Lahaina seems to be about the only place on Maui that has an advertised firweorks display for today... The show is scheduled to start at 8:00 p.m. http://www.visitlahaina.com/events_calendar.html Enjoy! Michael - Kahului...
Is Fourth of July a holiday or celebration?
The Fourth of July is a holiday. It is a day of celebration as well. So it is both.
The first official US holidays were declared by Congress on June 28, 1870. New Years Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day were all declared holidays in the first act. George Washington's Birthday was declared a holiday in 1871.
According to Title 5 of the US Code, neither Congress or the President has the authority to declare a holiday that must be enforced by the states - Federal holidays are only applicable to Federal employees and the District of Columbia.
Each state chooses which holidays it will recognize.
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Massachusetts declared the 4th a celebration in 1781.
Boston declared the 4th a city holiday in 1783.
North Carolina declared the 4th a holiday in 1783.
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"The act of June 28, 1870, which was apparently prompted by a memorial drafted
by local "bankers and business men," provided that New Year's Day, Independence
Day, Christmas Day, and "any day appointed or recommended by the President of the
United States as a day of public fasting or thanksgiving [were] to be holidays within the District." This legislation was drafted "to correspond with similar laws of States
around the District,"3 and "in every State of the Union."
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What link does the poem July fourth by Marc Jampole have with Independence Day?
The poem describes what happens at one July 4th picnic.
John Adams and Jefferson died on 7/4/1826. Monroe died 7/4/1831. Calvin Coolidge was born on 7/4/1872.
When is wizarding Independence Day?
May 2nd. That is when Harry Potter (finally) finished off Lord Voldemort. Yay!
How has the Fourth of July changed throughout the years?
it really didn't change but maybe its because people just celebrate but not think about what the holiday is really about.some think it is only about firecracker...
my country Ti's of thee
Independence is the will to do anything without being under the rule by others
When are the July 4th fireworks in Ostrander Ohio?
First answer: "Where's Ostrander? Yellow Pages has an extensive list of the top Fourth of July fireworks in the country. They a have top list for the Midwest, which has a few Ohio fireworks on there. Kentucky's on the Southeast one, if you're closer to Cincin.
Second answer: Are there fireworks in Ostrander? I don't believe there are. Parade started at 10:00 this morning...(July 5, 2010) how long can it be? There is a July 5, 2010 event with rides, games, concessions.
According to the Columbus Dispatch:
"Ostrander
July 5
10 a.m.: Parade begins on Main Street followed by concessions, rides and games on the lawn of Buckeye Valley West Elementary."
No Ostrander fireworks from what I see... but go have fun in Ostrander Ohio today...
Fireworks start at "Dusk" in Ostrander tonight, July 5 2010
What day do they celebrate independence in the us?
In the United States, "Independence Day" is celebrated on July 4, and commemorates independence from Great Britain, which was achieved in 1776. Other countries have their own celebrations commemorating their own independent or established status, celebrated on the day they see fit.
The idea of Independence day was originally meant to celebrate the PEOPLE'S freedom from oppression and tyranny. It was not to be a celebration of a single nation's independence from another, but the celebration was for ALL people to celebrate the fact that ALL people are born with the right to be free from such oppression and tyranny. Every person on the planet has the innate right to be free from religious, political, financial, and any other form of oppression. Here in America, we rightfully celebrate the fact that we are a free nation. We do not celebrate because we fought off the British, but because we freed ourselves from a situation that was oppressive in nature.
What day do they have the 4thg of July in England?
The 4th of July is Independence Day in the United States Of America. They don't celebrate it in England.
It occurs annually during the 24 hour period between 11:59 July 3 and 12:00 July 5 and is observed by the entire island.
When was the last time that the Fourth of July fell on a Saturday?
1992,1987,1981,1970,1964,1959,1953,1942,1936,1931,1925,1914,1908,1903,1896 and so on
Is the official name of the day Fourth of July called Fouth of July?
It can also be called Independence Day.
Who said i thought Americans should always celebrate independence day?
the answer is search googe.com
How many people marched in Philadelphia Fourth of July parade?
There was 465760 people who marched in the parade.
What day is Honduras' Independence Day?
Honduras Independence Day is celebrated on 15 September every year. Honduras gained independence from Spain on this date in 1821.
On the Fourth of July you celebrate independence from what country?
We celebrate the Declaration of Independence against Great Britain.
