On July 4, 1776, there was a dramatic and profound change in the world. The united thirteen British colonies in North America decided that they had endured enough tyranny from King George III.

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On July 4, 1776, the 13 colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the fourth of July, also known as ...

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The musical “1776,” winner of three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, opens the 85th season at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct.

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