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Fourth of July Facts
Fourth of July Date (Day of the Week Fourth of July Falls On):
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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
Federal Holiday Status
Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States. Learn more about federal holidays.
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.
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Fourth of July Observance:
- Attend a parade, family gathering, view fireworks.
- Display the American Flag
- Family and friends get together for a Picnic