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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 ...
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In Congress, July 4, 1776: 13 colonies declare freedom from Great Britain
The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, was a game-changer for the 13 American colonies. This bold move cut ...
The Fourth of July should remind us how dearly bought our freedoms are: editorial
The Fourth of July reminds us of how precious and dearly bought our freedoms are -- and why they’re worth protecting. So let ...
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Fourth of July: Fun facts about Independence Day
On a hot, steamy day in Philadelphia, a group of delegates to the Continental Congress gathered to celebrate the final ...
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THE COLONIES.; A History of the Thirteen American Ones.*
The latest volume in the series of The Story of the Nations" is a creditable and valuable work. The two volumes have been prepared for the purpose of telling the story of the American Colonies in ...
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Liberty Village in Hurricane hoists clock onto iconic tower at 13 Colonies Plaza
A crane hoisted the cupola and clock tower into place Thursday at the heart of the 13 Colonies Plaza in Hurricane, marking a ...
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Life in the Colonies: Work - MSN
The Thirteen Colonies were built by a diverse workforce including skilled laborers, indentured servants, enslaved people, and criminals, in stark contrast to modern labor practices.