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Independence Day: Birth of a Nation - July 4th This day commemorates the Declaration of Independence's adoption by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, marking the United States' birth as a new, free nation. The Declaration of Independence is a seminal document in American history, declaring the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule. Its adoption laid the foundation for the principles of liberty, freedom, and individual rights—values that continue to shape the United States. Independence Day is often celebrated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, and other public and private events honoring the nation's history, government, and traditions. Fairfax High School [...]

  Juneteenth: The Emancipation Proclamation Realized - June 19th Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, celebrates the end of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865. This was two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation declared enslaved people in Confederate states to be free. Juneteenth symbolizes the end of slavery in America and is a day to honor the resilience and contributions of African Americans.  Juneteenth Event — Latin American Youth Center

Memorial Day is a federal holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. It was originally known as Decoration Day. It originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and participating in parades. 3 Things to Do on Memorial Day in Washington, D.C. 1. Watch the Memorial Day Parade https://www.americanveteranscenter.org/avc-events/parade/ May 29 at 2:00 PM Constitution Avenue The in-person parade will take place ‘live’ in Washington, filmed [...]