Archival Images Of The Fourth Of July In America

Even Actresses Got Involved

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Back in 1932, even actors and actresses would lead parades or perform on the Fourth of July. Here, American actress Gloria Shea is rehearsing to celebrate the Fourth of July in New York. Surprisingly, today, it is less common for celebrities to publicly celebrate Independence Day like they used to.

Fourth of July Fact: On July 4, 1778, George Washington ordered for his men to have a double ration of rum in order to celebrate the holiday and the birth of the nation.