July 4
What happened on this day:
1776 American Independence Day. The Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence.
1802 The US Military Academy opens at West Point.
1826 Thomas Jefferson and John Adams die on the same day 50 years after signing the Declaration of Independence.
1865 Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is first published.
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Famous Birthdays:
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1872 Calvin Coolidge : 30th US President
1927 Neil Simon : Playright
1930 George Steinbrenner : NY Yankees Owner
1943 Geraldo Rivera : TV Reporter
1962 Pam Shriver : Pro Tennis Player
