On July 2nd, 1776 thirteen men representing the Second Continental Congress voted unnanimously to declare independence from Great Britain for the United States of America. On July 4th, 1776 they signed the Declaration of Independence.

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As we celebrate today with fireworks, picnics, and family get-togethers, salute the flag and pray to God the USA will continue to exist as free democratic society where we recognize all men are created equal with rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.