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July 4th Secrets Behind Independence | Seattle News
July 4, 1776 wasn’t just fireworks—it was treason. The Declaration of Independence was adopted by 12 colonies (one boycotted), sparking King George III’s fury. The Liberty Bell rings 13 times yearly to honor the original colonies, and the first print appeared in the Pennsylvania Evening Post just two days later. But here’s the twist: the actual signing by all 56 delegates didn’t happen on July 4—it stretched into August, with John Hancock’s giant signature becoming legend. And get this: two presidents, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, both died on July 4—making the holiday a somber tribute to…
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