JULY 4TH CELEBRATION AT MOUNT VERNON — GEORGE WASHINGTON'S HOME IN VIRGINIA
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This storyHow did Washington mark the 1st July 4th anniversary in 1777?
- Ordered double rum rations
- Fired 13-cannon salute
- Signed the Constitution
- Hosted a feast at Mount Vernon
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Ordered double rum rations
This storyWhat best captures the spirit of America's 250th birthday?
Mount Vernon was rescued by a women's group before the Civil War!
The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association bought Washington's estate in 1858 to save it from decay — one of America's first historic preservation efforts. Explore the history at Wikipedia
This storyWhen were interest-bearing checking accounts first allowed in the US?
- 1933
- 1956
- 1974
- 1999
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1974
This storyJuly 4th has been celebrated since 1776 — but when did it become a federal holiday?
- 1776
- 1812
- 1870
- 1941
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1870