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Independence Day falls on Friday, July 4 this year. Here's what to know about what will be open and closed on the holiday.

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In 1812 French forces in Spain were severely overstretched, as Napoleon withdrew the best troops for his invasion of Russia. Wellington saw an opportunity to strike. First he secured the strategic ...

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Independence Day celebrations are usually filled with fireworks, parades and patriotic festivities. So, how did it begin?

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