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Independence Day: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Fourth of July • July 4th

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John Trumbull's depiction of July 4, 1776
Infographic about Independence Day in the United States, featuring a timeline of key events from 1776 to 1960, notable figures like Thomas Jefferson and John Hancock, facts about the Declaration of Independence, and modern Fourth of July celebration traditions such as fireworks and patriotic music. Includes images of the Liberty Bell, U.S. flags, a gramophone, a bald eagle, and a turkey.
Declaration of Independence
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An African-American mother and two children sit at a picnic table decorated in red, white, and blue, enjoying hotdogs and corn on the cob at a backyard patriotic celebration.
The word semiquincentennial appears in white text on a blue background.
The American flag is shown against a blue sky background.
A lit sparkler is shown against a background of the American flag.
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Image of the Declaration of Independence with the words "Preamble" on the left, "Grievances" on the right, and "Resolution" at the bottom, highlighting key sections of the document.
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