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By Grapylak 4/07/23

The Declaration of Independence was adopted (1776)

 The Declaration of Independence was adopted (1776) - On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence, declaring the United States' separation from Great Britain.

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died (1826). Both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, former U.S. Presidents and critical figures in the American Revolution, passed away on July 4, 1826, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

The Louisiana Purchase was announced (1803) - On July 4, 1803, the United States announced the acquisition of the Louisiana Territory from France, effectively doubling the size of the young nation.

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Calvin Coolidge was born (1872) - Calvin Coolidge, the 30th U.S. President, was born on July 4, 1872, in Plymouth Notch, Vermont.

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The Battle of Vicksburg ended during the Civil War (1863) - The prolonged siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, by Union forces concluded on July 4, 1863, with the surrender of Confederate troops. This Union victory gave the North control over the vital Mississippi River.

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The U.S. Centennial Exhibition opened in Philadelphia (1876) - The Centennial Exhibition, a world's fair held in Philadelphia, opened on July 4, 1876, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of American independence. It showcased technological advancements and cultural displays.

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The opening of the Alaska Highway (1942) - Correction: There were no significant events related to the Alaska Highway on July 4th. The highway was officially completed on November 20, 1942, connecting Alaska to the contiguous United States.

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The NASA probe "Pathfinder" landed on Mars (1997) - On July 4, 1997, NASA's Mars Pathfinder mission successfully landed on Mars. It deployed the Sojourner rover, which marked the first successful Mars landing in over two decades.

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