📜 JULY 4 — INDEPENDENCE DAY IN THE USA

On July 4, 1776, a monumental moment in world history occurred — the Declaration of Independence was officially adopted by the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. With this bold move, thirteen American colonies declared their decision to break away from British rule and form a new, sovereign nation — the United States of America.

The Declaration, written primarily by Thomas Jefferson, was not just a statement of political separation. It was a powerful philosophical document that proclaimed all men are created equal and endowed with unalienable rights such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. These ideas later became the moral foundation of American democracy.

At the time, the American colonies were engaged in an ongoing conflict with Great Britain — known as the American Revolutionary War. The adoption of the Declaration gave this struggle a new purpose: not just better treatment from the British crown, but full independence.

Though the war would continue until 1783, July 4 became the symbolic birthday of a new nation, built on ideals of self-government, freedom, and equality — ideas that continue to influence many countries and peoples around the world to this day.

Let’s take a moment to reflect on the significance of that brave decision made in 1776 — a declaration that changed the course of history.

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📝 VOCABULARY TEST: 4 JULY SPECIAL

Choose the correct meaning of each word in the context of the text.
Выберите правильное значение каждого слова в контексте текста.

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