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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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Why does the US celebrate the Fourth of July?
That is the day that the US gained Independence from Britain. That's the official day of signing in 1776. July 4th is...
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What New York Yankees pitcher pitched a no-hitter on July 4th?
That was Dave Righetti, July 4, 1983 against the Boston Red Sox. (and I was there!) The last batter he faced was Wade Boggs,...
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Which three of the first five presidents died on July 4th?
These 3 presidents died on Independence Day (July 4): John Adams, 2nd POTUS (July 4, 1826) Thomas Jefferson, 3rd POTUS (July 4,...
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Independence Day celebrates independence of whom?
In the United States, "Independence Day" is celebrated on July 4, and commemorates independence from Great Britain, which was...
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Do you work on 4th of July if it falls on a Wednesday this year?
Here in Kansas... My office is closed on the 4th, but we are open MT/RF. We're kind of stingy with paid vacations around here,...
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What does 4th of July represent?
It represents the americans getting Independance. Independence Day
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When is the American Independence Day?
July 4th, it started in 1776.
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When was the Fourth of July declared a national holiday?
The first "official" state celebration of the Fourth as recognized under resolve of a legislature occurred in Massachusetts in...
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When are the Fourth of July 2007 fireworks in Chardon Ohio?
fourth of july fireworks answer july 3rd
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Which President was born on the Fourth of July?
Calvin Coolidge The Fire Work President Calvin Coolidge is the only president born on July 4th. He was born in Plymouth,...
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What is done to celebrate Independence Day?
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Is it illegal to light up fireworks before the Fourth of July?
This entirely depends on where you live. Even county to county regulations vary, so you best contact the local fire marshalls...
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How do fireworks turn into shapes like hearts and stars?
The fireworks creators have worked many decades to figure these things out. There are several factors. The individual little...
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Do people celebrate the Fourth of July in England?
British people don't celebrate the Fourth of July, the day that commemorates America's independence from England. America's...
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How many presidents died on the fourth of july?
Three: John Adams (1826) Thomas Jefferson (1826) James Monroe (1831)
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What happened on the 4th of July 1776?
The US Declaration of Independence Was Signed Shots had already been fired on April 19th. The Boston Tea Party, the Boston...
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What is the largest firework ever produced?
The largest firework ever produced was Universe I Part II, exploded for the Lake Toya Festival, Hokkaido, Japan on 15 Jul 1988....
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Can your hand be at a right angle over your heart to salute the american flag?
I'm not sure what you mean by "at a right angle," but here is the proper way to salute: "To salute, all persons come to...
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What are the 7 rules concerning the use and display of our flag?
You can find the answer to...
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What are Japans holidays?
ther is one were they celebrate their national flower named sakuras or cherry blossoms Answer sometimes they celebrate their...
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Can fireworks be mailed in the US?
No. Due to the terrorists alert system, only marketers can do so. There will be investigation of shipping and receiving as never...
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Why do you celebrate President's Day?
To celebrate our past presidents who have molded and shaped this country into the great country we are. Answer To celebrate...
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Why do we celebrate Veteran's Day?
To show love for example you give someone a card that means you love ANSWER: TO SHOW PATRISM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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When did US gain independence?
As noted, one person signing the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, did NOT make it official. Additiionally, someone...
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What town did not celebrate july 4th?
The town that did not celebrate July 4th is Vernon Hills.
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What is Washingtons state flower?
Pink Rhododendron
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Who declared the declaration of indpendence on July Fourth?
Thomas Jefferson Answer Thomas Jefferson
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How old is the United States going to be on July 4th 2007?
1776 - 2007 If my math is correct the US will be 231 years young.
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Who declared the Fourth of July a national holiday?
It was when the founding fathers had signed the constitution (or declaration of independence) and declared freedom from England...
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Which holiday is celebrated the most?
Many people celebrate Christmas and New Years around the world. Christmas used to be a peagan holiday so peagans celebrate that...
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On the fourth of july you celebrate independence from what country?
United States United States
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How old is America?
America, referring to the United States, is officially 233 years old on July 4, 2009. The first explorations of the US mainland...
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What is the 4th of July?
Independence Day. On July 4, 1776 the Declaration of Independence (the document) was signed to show that we are/were a separate...
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Which presidents died on july 4th?
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson also Five years to the day after Adams and Jefferson died -- on July 4, 1831 -- the fifth...
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What element is used for fireworks?
Magnesium
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What element makes color pink in fireworks?
having a gay dude prepare them
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What day of the week was July 4 1776?
Thursday
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Can you suggest cool songs with 4th of July or Independence Day in the lyrics?
99 red baloons
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Why do people decorate Christmas trees?
people decorate christmas trees beacause it is a tradition to germany.
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Is there a 4th of July in England?
Yes, we have one every year, its the day after the 3rd July! Answer It can also be found just before 5th July Answer We do...
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Why did the town of Vicksburg not celebrate July 4th for 80 years after the war?
they were too drunk to notice the war was over
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Did it ever snow in Mexico on fourth of July?
yes it snows all the time in the summer in mexico
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When is the fourth of july?
Independent day is in July is also known as the Fourth of July it is a time where we celebrate ourIndependence. On this very...
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How much money is spent on july 4th?
A lot. Most likely in the quadrillions (1,000,000,000,000,000) or more, maybe even less than that, you never know, ask the...
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What are there eleven of in Miami in regard to July 4th?
elevin ugh's in Will Smiths song miami
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What is a quote by Betsy Ross?
" Today the American knight holds the commercial supremacy of the world." - Betsy Ross Ashburn Claypoole
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How do you make a fireworks powder?
this burns alot like gunpowder and gives a very similar effect. what you need is -powder fertilizer read ingredients make sure...
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What Image do you perceive best Exemplifies America-USA and the American Spirit This Fourth Day of July in the year Two Thousand and Seven?
That would be any symbol of America,such as the flag,the Bald eagle,Statue of Libery,or Liberty Bell.
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What are fireworks?
fireworks are fun
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Why does the U.S. celebrate the 4th of July?
Because it is recognized as the day that we declared our independence from Britain, thus founding our own country. It's the...
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What is the date for flag day?
June 14
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How do you transport fireworks?
Very carefully
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Does England celebrate Independence Day?
No
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What year was Independence Day declared a legal holiday?
Although celebrated since 1776, it did not become a legal holiday until 1941.
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What is the average sales of fireworks in US?
the aveage sale is $12 in v.a. and the rest is unknown.
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Why do you celabrate valentines day?
We celebrate Valentines Day because of love. Love spreads through everybody. It's for romantic couples and a lot of confessions....
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How did Fourth of July become 4th of July?
It became 4th of July from when Sam Houston gave the Texas area their independce I love Sam Houston so Just beat I t and the...
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Why are hotel rates so low in Washington DC over the Fourth of July?
well I can tell you when it in the summer hotels in D.C. have rodent problems.
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How did the US get its independence from Great Britain?
Through the Revolutionary War of 1775-1783, when many of the British colonists in the Americas took up arms against the fellow...
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What year was 'Independence Day' released?
independence day was released in 1996
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What is in a firework fuse?
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What date does the 4th of July fall on in Russia?
4th July
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What is the history behind fireworks on the 4th of July?
A Brief History of Fireworks Provided by Fireworks in America The day will be most memorable in the history of America. I am...
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Should fireworks be banned?
no... fire works rocokkk!!!!!!
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Australian independence day?
Australia wasn't independent in 1901 (Federation) because Australian Troops returned from WWI in 1919 on British passports. We...
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How do fireworks get their colors?
Metal compounds are used since metals have characteristic flame colors. For example, potassium burns lilac, copper is blue/green,...
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Is target open on July 4Th?
I don't know if this is universal, but I just called my Target (in Queens, New York City) is open normally on July 4th.
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What day of the week was it on july 4 1876?
A Tuesday, I'm pretty sure.
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These two president died on the same day July 4?
john adams and thomas jefferson
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Which firework was vote the best fountain firework in 1999?
bending down and pooping
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What two elements compounds burn with a red flame and are used in fireworks and signal flares?
lithium
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Why the 4th of july significant?
Day the declaration of independence was signed in the US
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What happens on july 4?
Originally, on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed in America which gave independence to the States from the...
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What is fourth of July?
Fourth of July is a holiday for Americas Independence over the British. Thomas Jefferson also was the first to sign the...
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What colour was the first firework?
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How many tons of fireworks are used every year?
30,000 short tons per year
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When was the fourth of July first celebrated?
July 4, 1776.
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Why do we still celebrate the declaration of independence?
It is a major point in US history that deserves to be remembered and celebrated as a great moment in the formation of the States...
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How many presidents died July 4?
3 1 John Adams 2 Thomas Jefferson 3 Henry Manroe
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Is independence day religious in nature?
No, it is strictly secular, because it related only to political and governmental relationships even though the Declaration makes...
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What made the Chinese think of making fireworks?
Fireworks were made by accident by a chinese cook while accidently mixing saltpeter into a cooking fire producing interesting...
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Why do we celebrate in the 4th of July?
we celebrate the 4th of july cuz thats the day we won world war 1.the mexicans celebrate theres on the 14 of july.
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Is Wal-Mart open on July 4th?
Walmart's always open.
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When is france independence day?
july 14th
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Which country has the fourth of July?
The USA is the only country to celebrate the 4th July, as it is the US independence day!
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When is Korean Independence Day?
august 15th
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Three proper ways of displaying the flag of the United States of America?
explain three proper way of displaying the flag of the united states of america. explain three proper way of displaying the flag...
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When is presidents day celebrated each year?
Feb. 16
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When was the united states found?
Independence Day, July 4th 1776.
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Where is Independence day celebrated in Paraguay?
In Asuncion, Paraguay. It`s the national capital.
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Can you name every holiday in the world?
What I can name is the only real holiday, or Holy Day that the Bible says commemorate is the memorial of Christ's death. At Luke...
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What are foods that are eaten on the Forth of July?
It doesn't matter what you eat on Independence Day you can eat what ever you want.
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When does Spain celebrate independence day?
Spain has always been independent. Well it has since its creation around 1490 with the union of the Kingdoms of Aragon and...
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What event does July 4th commemorate?
Independence Day
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Where can you buy year round fireworks year round?
where can i buy year around fireworks? in missouri where can i buy year around fireworks? in missouri
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How is the Anniversary of the death of General Jose de San Martin celebrated?
aj
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Who was July named after?
Julius Ceaser
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What is the estimated number of july 4th cookouts?
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How to say Independence day in Spanish?
día de independencia
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The declaration of independence was adopted july 4?
yes
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