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The American Independence day is July 4, 1776. Our founding forefathers did not just wake up one day and decide to rebel against the power of the British King George III. With continual assaults on colonist and increasing tariffs on colonial goods and imports from England, the American people were enraged. By May 10, 1775, The Second Continental Congress convenes in Philadelphia, with John Hancock elected as its president. On May 15, the Congress places the colonies in a state of defense. On June 15, the Congress unanimously votes to appoint George Washington general and commander-in-chief of the new Continental Army. July 26, 1775, An American Post Office is established with Ben Franklin as Postmaster General. November 28, 1775, The American Navy is established by Congress. December 23, 1775, King George III issues a royal proclamation closing the American colonies to all commerce and trade, to take effect in March of 1776. Also in December, Congress is informed that France may offer support in the war against Britain. On June 11, Congress appoints a committee to draft a declaration of independence. Committee members are Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Roger Livingston and Roger Sherman. Jefferson is chosen by the committee to prepare the first draft of The Declaration of Independence. Independence Day party supplies like paper plates, napkins, and cups are a perfect way to complete an Independence Day Party Theme. Party decorations like inflatables, and beads ad to the magic of American Independence July 4, 1776. Independence Day loot bags tucked in basket or pinatas can be used as a centerpiece and double as party prizes. Party favors like figures, tattoos, glow strips, and stickers will create the free spirit of an Independence Day Party Theme.
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Independence Day Celebration Theme, Decorations,
Favors, Games, and Ideas
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