Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Friday, July 3, 2015
Happy Fourth of July!
This post was first published on July 4, 2010.
July 4th is Independence Day in America!
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By Mrs. Yollis
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This document announced America's independence from Britain.
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Five years ago I was with my family on the Fourth of July, and we had a special event planned for the day.
My family had three old, tattered flags that needed to be retired. So on July 4th, we had a retirement ceremony.
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The United States Flag Code states: "The Flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning."
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First, we sang some patriotic songs!
Then, my cousin Jon gave a short speech. Finally, we retired the old flags to the fire.
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How will you spend the Fourth of July?
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