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  1. Independence Day

Independence Day

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July 4th military discounts
2023 Fourth of July Military Discounts

Service members and families are being honored with a variety of military discounts to celebrate July 4th.

The Signing of the Declaration
The Road to Independence

Read a timeline of the major events that led to the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

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Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Independence Day

It’s hard to get the 4th of July wrong -– everyone can join the party and celebrate our nation’s birthday. Here are some...

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The Best Cities for 4th of July Celebrations

If you plan on celebrating the 4th of July this year, you'll want to know which cities rank the best in terms of celebrating...

Marines attached to the USS Arlington march through the streets of Bristol, Rhode Island during the town’s annual Fourth of July Parade, July 4, 2016. (U.S. Marine Corps photo/Cpl. Dalton A. Precht)
Independence Day Events

On this Fourth of July, celebrate our country’s freedom with the following holiday events offered for Independence Day.

Fourth of July "The Declaration of Independence" by John Trumbull
The History of the Fourth of July

On the fourth of July each year, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event.

Sailors enjoy fireworks during the 42nd annual Yokosuka Friendship Day celebration onboard U.S. Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka. (U.S. Navy/Garrett Zopfi)
Here's Some Other Stuff That Happened on July 4

July 4 is like a magnet for big deal events

The Declaration on Display
The Declaration of Independence

Drafted by Thomas Jefferson between June 11 and June 28, 1776, the Declaration of Independence is at once the nation's most...

Celebrate July 4 (Laura Kreider/USAG Italy)
10 Unusual Ways To Celebrate July 4th

Looking for a way to spice up your Independence Day fun? Here are some great ideas.

The Battle for Independence: 5 Key Moments from Bunker Hill

It was one of the bloodiest battles of the American Revolution -- here's five important facts about Bunker Hill.

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