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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 quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second Continental Congress ...
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4th of July: Why do we set off fireworks? American history lesson from July 4, 1776
On July 4, 1777, the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post ...
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Independence Day celebrations: Houston-area events, festivities to attend this Fourth of July
Looking for fun Fourth of July plans? Check out this list of top events—from fireworks and parades to festivals and live ...
Is the stock market closed on the Fourth of July? What to know about Independence Day hours
No. United States stock markets are closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. According to the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq ...
5 fun N.J. events happening Fourth of July weekend. Washington Crossing History Day tops list.
New Jersey is set to host a vibrant array of events and celebrations during the Fourth of July weekend. Independence Day ...
Fourth of July in Orlando: Fireworks, events for Independence Day in Central Florida
Throughout Orlando, there are countless fireworks displays and celebrations for the Fourth of July from Kissimmee to DeBary ...
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Independence Day festivities continue in Alderson with River Events
The competition was heating up on the Greenbrier River in the town hugged by two counties. Although Sunday was the final day ...