On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the "land of the free and the home of the brave" so they can begin their American Dream.

The United States is truly a diverse nation made up of dynamic people. Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate that freedom and independence with barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. Through the Internet we are learning about and communicating with people of different nations, with different languages and different races throughout the world. Bringing the world closer with understanding and knowledge can only benefit all nation.

Fourth of July commemorates the struggle of American Independence. It's not just a day to enjoy our freedom, but also to express and inspire patriotism. Reach out to your friends/ family/ near and dear ones on this Fourth of July with our warm and heartfelt Inspirational Wishes. Touch their hearts and wish them happiness on Fourth of July with these wonderful wishes and ecards.

	Celebrating With You Our Many Blessings... A warm and beautiful ecard to inspire patriotism among your near and dear ones. [ Flash ]		Light The Candles Of Courage, Faith And Freedom... Keep the flame of freedom shining with this warm and inspiring wish for Fourth of July. [ Interactive ]
	America Soars Strong And Proud... Spread the feeling of patriotism with this beautiful ecard for Fourth of July. [ Flash ]		America The Beautiful... Send this beautiful ecard to inspire patriotism and to celebrate the beauty and bounty of America with your dear ones. [ Flash ]
	Celebrating The Spirit Of Our Country ! Reach out to everyone you know on Fourth of July with this elegant ecard. [ Flash ]		God Bless America... God Bless You ! Celebrate the courage of everyday heroes with this inspiring ecard. [ Postcard ]
	Freedom Rings And The Nation Soars... A beautiful and inspiring wish for Fourth of July. [ Flash ]		Stars And Stripes Forever... Celebrate the spirit of red, white and blue with this sparkling ecard. [ Flash ]

Did You know ?

• Only two people signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, John Hancock and Charles Thomson. Most of the rest signed on August 2, but the last signature wasn't added until 5 years later

• Benjamin Franklin, John Adams & Thomas Jefferson served on the committee that picked the eagle for the national seal (Franklin wanted the turkey.)

• Bald eagles have few natural enemies & live only in North America.

• Bald eagles get their white head & tail feathers about 4-5 years of age.

• The only other kind of eagle in North America is the golden eagle.

• Bald eagles mate for life, but if one dies, the survivor will accept a new mate.

• It is a felony to shoot an eagle.
  

Source - and for many, many more eagle facts, see: http://www.butlerwebs.com/holidays/independenceday.htm

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