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What Happened on July 8, 1776

Historical Events

United States Declaration of Independence

Colonel John Nixon gives the 1st public reading of the Declaration of Independence to an assemblage of citizens in Philadelphia

1776 Highlights

About July 8, 1776

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 248 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Cancer