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According to the National Archives, the Continental Congress voted for July 2 to be celebrated as Independence Day. However, we have never used that day but instead have always celebrated on July 4.
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What is cubas date of independence?
Cuba gained independence from Spain on May 20, 1902.
What day is independance day on?
July 4, 1776. The date that Congress approved of and adopted the written Declaration of Independence from Great Britain. Many believe that it should be July 2, 1776, because that's when the Declaration of Independence was adopted by a voice vote.
What year did they sign the Declaration of Independence?
July 4, 1776 the Declaration of Independence was signed. Every Independence Day - July 4 - marks a new anniversary for the United States.
What is the date that the colonies announced their independence?
1776 was the year we declared independence
Does the U.S have the original copy of the declaration of independence?
No. The very original has been lost.
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