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4th of July History

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When July 4th rolls around each year, patriotism is everywhere. American flags, red, white and blue, fireworks and heartfelt songs mark the celebration of America's independence. We all learned about this infamous day as far back as grade school but how many of us know the actual history of the 4th of July?

Prepare to get schooled on some fun facts, quotes and tidbits surrounding the most famous day in American history. Fourth of July history is rich in traditions that proud Americans have been honoring for centuries. Find out how fireworks became synonymous with July 4th. Learn the inspirational words of John Adams. Share this information with your children and hopefully one day they will pass along the history of our great nation to future generations.

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