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Independence Days A lmost every country in the world has a national holiday that commemorates the date on which the country came into existence as a nation, or to mark an important event in the nation’s history. This holiday may be called Independence Day, Constitution Day, Freedom Day, or some other name. Whatever it is called, it is generally a time for people to gather with friends and family, eat, drink, and express their national pride.

p The Bristol County Fife & Drum Corps marches in Bristol, Rhode Island's 231st July 4 parade. The town's parade is generally considered to be the oldest July 4 parade in the United States.

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