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On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later, delegates from the 13 ...
Here's a list of places where you can watch the night sky light up with patriotism on and around Independence Day.
Arlington gears up for its 60th Independence Day Parade on July 4, with a theme celebrating its history since 1965.
River Plate and Monterrey played to a lively 0-0 draw in the second round of group play at the Club World Cup. River Plate ...
Learn about the history behind Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday that honors the end of slavery in the ...
Not only is June 20th the first day of summer, but it’s also the day commemorating one state’s quest for statehood.
The federal holiday marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Texas.
Opal Lee was 89 when she began her campaign to make the day a federal holiday. At 98. she's still an inspiration ...
Americans celebrate the emancipation of 250,000 slaves in Texas, while July 4th is a celebration of American independence, ...
Syracuse's own Juneteenth celebrations date back decades, with local Black communities calling it "our Fourth of July." ...