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When did America declare independence from Britain?
July 4, 1776
Which two U.S. presidents died on July 4, 1826?
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson
Who originally wrote the Declaration of Independence?
The Committee of Five: John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman
Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest has happened on each Independence Day since 1972. Where does the competition take place?
Coney Island, New York
What famous gift from France symbolizes freedom?
Statue of Liberty
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Where was the first official Independence Day celebration held?
Philadelphia in 1777
Where is the longest-running Fourth of July parade held?
Bristol, Rhode Island
According to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, roughly how many hot dogs are eaten on the 4th of July?
150 million
What is another name for the American flag?
Old Glory
What do the 13 stripes on the American flag represent?
The original 13 colonies
How many times does the Liberty Bell ring on each Independence Day?
13 times
When did the Fourth of July become a paid federal holiday?
1938
According to the National Retail Federation, how much money are people expected to pay, on average, for the food for their 4th of July bash this year?
$93.34
Which Founding Father is famous for his large signature on the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
Who is often credited with sewing the first American flag?
Betsy Ross
Which state was the first to declare the Fourth of July an official holiday?
Massachusetts
What song is traditionally sung during fireworks displays on the Fourth of July?
“The Star-Spangled Banner”
What is the largest 4th of July fireworks display in the U.S.?
The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks celebration in New York City
Which U.S. state was the first to recognize Independence Day as a paid holiday for its government employees?
New York
Which U.S. president was born on July 4?
Calvin Coolidge
What year did the USA adopt the 50-star version of the American flag?
1960
Who ruled England when the Colonies established independence?
King George III
According to the American Pyrotechnics Association ( APA), how much do Americans spend on fireworks each year?
$2.8 billion
What was the original purpose of the Liberty Bell?
To summon lawmakers to legislative sessions.