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If you love Independence Day, then Alexandria, Virginia, is the place to visit. After all, what better place to celebrate the birth of our nation than at the official residence of the father of our country, George Washington?
Indeed, Alexandria is the home of Mount Vernon; the sprawling country estate that Washington, his wife Martha, and their children called home. People who visit Mt. Vernon can tour Washington’s beautiful home and walk the grounds he worked. They also tour an expansive museum that features short films (some of which feature impressive special effects), interactive exhibits and trivia boards. They can see an artistic, crafted dollhouse that replicates the Mt. Vernon manor house, and shop at no fewer than three gift shops.
Additional events and attraction are offered at Mount Vernon on Independence Day, which usually features a performance by the National Concert Band of America, military reenactments, a wreath laying ceremony, a visit from George and Martha themselves (or at least some darned good reenactors), and a very real naturalization ceremony for 100 new citizens to the United States of America. And to top it all off, free birthday cake is served to everyone, while supplies last.
Beyond the borders of Mt. Vernon, Alexandria offers a whole host of natural wonders that could supply additional sites for spectacular Independence Day celebrations. One could enjoy a picnic on the banks of the Potomac River or beneath the cherry blossom trees.
Regardless of where one chooses to host an Independence Day celebration, the conscientious party host should never neglect to bring some themed party supplies, including red, white and blue banners and tableware, plus Mt. Vernon cups, mugs and miniature decorative plant ornaments.
An amazing place to visit for Independence Day is Alexandria, Virginia; the place that the father of our country called home.
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Right click to copy the the printable Independence Day puzzle below.
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Right click to copy the the printable Independence Day puzzle
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* The American Independence day is July 4, 1776.
* The British King George III with continual assaults on colonist and increasing tariffs on colonial goods and imports from England enraged the American people.
* By May 10, 1775, the Second Continental Congress convenes in Philadelphia, with John Hancock elected as its president.
* On May 15, the Congress places the colonies in a state of defense. On June 15, the Congress unanimously votes to appoint George Washington general and commander-in-chief of the new Continental Army.
* July 26, 1775, An American Post Office is established with Ben Franklin as Postmaster General.
* November 28, 1775, The American Navy is established by Congress.
* December 23, 1775, King George III issues a royal proclamation closing the American colonies to all commerce and trade, to take effect in March of 1776. * In December, Congress is informed that France may offer support in the war against Britain.
* On June 11, Congress appoints a committee to draft a declaration of independence. Committee members are Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Roger Livingston and Roger Sherman.
* Jefferson is chosen by the committee to prepare the first draft of The Declaration of Independence.
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Educational Independence Day History Learning Guide
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