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Fourth of July Facts

Fourth of July Date (Day of the Week Fourth of July Falls On):
Wed, July 4, 2007
Fri, July 4, 2008
Sat, July 4, 2009
Sun, July 4, 2010
Mon, July 4, 2011
Wed, July 4, 2012
Fourth of July is always celebrated on July 4. It does not matter what day of the week July 4 falls on.

Fourth of July Names:
Independence Day, The 4th of July, July 4th

Reason We Celebrate Fourth of July:
To celebrate the independence of the United States when the Declaration of Independence was signed.

History of Fourth of July (U.S):

• Fourth of July was first celebrated on July 8, 1776 after the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
• Fourth of July was declared a legal holiday in 1941.

More Information:

• Declaration of Independence
• Guidelines for Displaying the Flag

Fourth of July Observance:

• Attend a parade, family gathering, view fireworks.
• Display the American Flag
• Family and friends get together for a Picnic