Happy second of July guys.

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#1

I do agree with some historians that the second was actually the day, but since the 4th won out, I see no reason to not celebrate twice.
So I will shoot a firecracker both days.

#2

Happy second to you!

Refresh my American history. Why was the second the actual day?
Thanks!

#3

The 13 colonies officially approved the motion to secede from Britain on July 2, 1776. The written Declaration of Independence came two days later, but the July 2 vote was what actually launched the USA

#4

(The Book of Abigail and John: Selected Letters of the Adams Family, 1762-1784, Harvard University Press, 1975, 142).

#5

I’ll nonchalantly and gratefully accept your word regarding the foremost significance of the July 2nd independence vote. Kudos on the expository revelation. I consider myself a student of history, - - albeit perhaps one lacking the true zeal and fervor of a dedicated history enthusiast.

Fourth grade was a VERY long time ago for yours truly; some historical timeline markers have become blurred episodes of indistinct uncertainty for me. For example; which of these are true statements of fact?:

(A) In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue.
-or-
(B) In 1493, Columbus sailed the deep blue sea.

I’ve never exerted myself to raise an issue over the one year disparity between the preceding dueling verses premises. I am most certainly not motivated to quibble over the merits of a two day historically contested factual brouhaha.

Happy July 2nd - - (AND 4th).

#6

Thanks y’all. LONG time since 11th grade and Am Hist was right after lunch. That spelled disaster in '76 - '77. No further explanation necessary. :sunglasses: