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4th of July Origins

The Fourth of July marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies formally broke from British rule. The document, drafted mainly by Thomas Jefferson, expressed ideals of liberty, self-government, and equality that continue to define the nation.

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Wisconsin Statehood

Wisconsin became the 30th U.S. state on May 29, 1848. Born from rich Native American history and early European settlement, it grew through lead mining, lumber, and agriculture. Its location between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River helped shape commerce, culture, and westward expansion.