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San Diego, Calif. (July 4, 2005) - Fireworks light up the San Diego skyline during a 4th of July celebration. The 20-minute display was launched from a barge moored in San Diego Bay. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Scott Taylor (RELEASED), Image: 050704-N-9500T-001.jpg High Resolution Image

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WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Two hundred thirty one years ago, Congress gathered in Philadelphia to declare our independence from Great Britain. John Hancock and 55 other patriots signed this Declaration, pledging their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor to the cause of freedom.

To this day, the Declaration of Independence is frequently quoted because its principles and values define us as a nation. Its author, Thomas Jefferson, asserted that certain truths are self-evident. Among these truths is the idea that all citizens have certain rights, such as life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. These rights are unalienable -- no government can take them away.

Today we look back at these gifts of freedom and independence and we admire our founders for their wisdom and foresight. America still stands for the ideals they set forth in our Declaration of Independence. Those ideals and the experiment in self-government that began in Philadelphia with such hope and promise have, in the intervening years, served as an inspiration to people around the world.

This Fourth of July, let us all take a moment to reflect on the meaning of our independence, and on what is required to preserve it. I salute each and every one of you for your sacrifice and service, and I extend my sincere thanks to your families whose strong support is so critical to our success. Your dedication ensures our freedom and keeps us safe, and the American people are grateful for your noble efforts. You are worthy heirs to the patriots who fought for our independence, and I am honored to serve as your Secretary.

SECNAV's Independence Day Message to the Fleet, Story Number: NNS070702-17, Release Date: 7/2/2007 4:25:00 PM. By Honorable Donald C. Winter, Secretary of the Navy

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Washington, D.C. (July 4, 2005) - Fireworks burst above the Washington Monument in celebration of America's 229th birthday. Citizens joined together from all over the United States to participate in the annual National Mall festivities and fireworks display. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 1st Class Kristin Fitzsimmons (RELEASED), Image: 050704-N-5608F-020.jpg High Resolution Image

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"We...solemnly Publish and Declare, that these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be, Free and Independent States."

-Declaration of Independence

On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress adopted these words, and a new nation was born. This new nation promised to secure the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for each and every one of its citizens. "In order to form a more perfect Union...and secure the blessings of liberty," for itself and its posterity, the United States of America established a government of democracy to fulfill that promise. Today, America continues to uphold its ideals and is a symbol of freedom and democracy for the entire world.

Join us this Fourth of July in celebrating America's 231st birthday in the Nation's Capital. Nowhere else is this celebration as significant as in the place where America's ideals are most visibly expressed within some of our nation's most treasured memorials and where our country's democratic institutions fulfill America's promise. We celebrate 231 years of democracy and the continuing promise of freedom.

National Mall and Memorial Parks welcomes you to the 2007 Independence Day Celebration Web Page. On behalf of the National Park Service we welcome you to the Independence Day Celebration.

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Celebrating the 4th of July, Happy Independence Day, America! Fireworks are shown from the 2005 celebration at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo Robbin Cresswell) High Resolution Image

6/14/2007 - Lackland Air Force Base, Texas -- Get ready to celebrate freedom and say "Happy Birthday, America" as Team Lackland gears up for the 29th annual Star Spangled Festival on July Fourth in the base amphitheater.

The gates are slated to open at 3 p.m. for the general public, and "the festivities promise to be a fun-filled evening for the entire family," said Sandra Hillard, 37th Services Division. A free concert titled "The Fly-By" showcasing Tops in Blue will feature a musical tribute to 60 years of proud U.S. Air Force history. The show kicks off at 8 p.m.

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The festival wraps up with a 20-minute fireworks extravaganza starting at 9:45 p.m.

The celebration will also have fun activities for all ages, including game booths, a kiddie carnival, paintball and DJ tent. There will also be plenty of food booths available.

Visitors will only be allowed entry to the base through the Gateway East Gate located off of S.W. Military Drive. Parking is free.

All festival attendees must have valid photo identification and current proof of car insurance. No backpacks, coolers, video cameras or pets (other than assistance or guide dogs) are allowed on the event grounds.

For more information, call 37th Services Marketing and Publicity at 671-3906. Lackland Air Force Base

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Guests enjoy the fireworks at the conclusion to Miami's "Salute to Florida's Military Heroes" at Bayfront Park July 10. by Sgt. Lisa Lotter.

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We...solemnly Publish and Declare, that these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be, Free and Independent States."

-Declaration of Independence

On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress adopted these words, and a new nation was born. This new nation promised to secure the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for each and every one of its citizens. "In order to form a more perfect Union...and secure the blessings of liberty," for itself and its posterity, the United States of America established a government of democracy to fulfill that promise. Today, America continues to uphold its ideals and is a symbol of freedom and democracy for the entire world.

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How the Fourth of July was Designated as an "Official" Holiday

The United States observes no national holidays, that is, holidays mandated across all 50 states by the Federal government. The United States Congress and/or President can only legally establish an "official" holiday for its "federal" employees and the District of Columbia. States and municipalities are free to adopt holidays enjoyed by the federal government or to create their own.

This can be accomplished in several ways, either through enactment of a law issued by a state legislature or by an executive proclamation, that is, by order from a state governor. As an act of confirmation, it is possible as well that a city may enact an ordinance regarding the celebration of the Fourth of July or any other holiday. As stated in theWorld Almanac (1998, p. 315), however, "in practice, most states observe the federal legal public holiday."

The first "official" state celebration of the Fourth as recognized under resolve of a legislature occurred in Massachusetts in 1781. Boston was the first municipality (city/town) to officially designate July Fourth as a holiday, in 1783. Alexander Martin of North Carolina was the first governor to issue a state order (in 1783) for celebrating the independence of the country on the Fourth of July. In 1870 the first federal legislation was passed giving federal employees a "day off" from work, but without pay. Fourth of July Celebrations Database

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