Happy Independence Day America! On July 4, 1776 the continental congress approved the Declaration of Independence, starting the United States on its path to an independent nation. Most people think that July 4 was the date that the United States declared its independence from Great Britain but that actually happened on July 2, 1776. Contrary to other popular belief, the Declaration of Independence is thought to have been signed in August, not July. When the continental congress decided to approve the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, they dated the document with July 4 which is why we celebrate our independence on July 4. Wouldn't it be more appropriate to celebrate our independence on a day like September 3, that marked the end of the Revolutionary War, when we actually gained independence? Anyhow, we celebrate on July 4 so have a great day and remember why we celebrate.
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