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American Independence Day: Celebrating Freedom on July 4th

Learn about the origins of American Independence Day on July 4th, the historic day when the 13 colonies declared independence from Great Britain. Explore the Revolutionary War, the signing of the Treaty of Paris, and the birth of the United States. Celebrate this special day with fireworks and remember the sacrifices made for freedom. Happy Fourth of July!

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American Independence Day: Celebrating Freedom on July 4th

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  1. Independence Day July 4th

  2. July 4th • American Independence Day is July 4th. • It is a special day to celebrate the birth of our country.

  3. Great Britain • The 13 American colonies used to belong to Great Britain. • Great Britain is in Europe.

  4. 13 Colonies • The American colonies were located on the east coast along the Atlantic Ocean.

  5. Colonists • People who lived in the colonies were called colonists. • The colonists had to pay taxes to the King of Great Britain.

  6. High Taxes • The King of Great Britain made the colonists pay taxes, but he didn’t let them vote. • The colonists were angry because they had to pay taxes but they couldn’t vote.

  7. Revolutionary War • The colonists formed an army and went to war with Great Britain. • This war is called the American Revolutionary War. • It lasted from 1775-1783.

  8. Peace Treaty • France, Spain, Canada and the Netherlands helped the American colonists fight the war. • The war ended in 1778 when the Treaty of Paris was signed.

  9. United States • The Treaty of Paris recognized the new nation--The United States of America.

  10. Happy Fourth of July • We celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks to honor our independence. • Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

  11. The End elcivics.com

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