1776⚡ Event
United States Declaration of Independence
The Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence, announcing the separation of thirteen American colonies from British rule.
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What Happened on July 4?
Discover 20 historical moments on July 4 — 7 events, 6 birthdays, and 7 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on July 4(7)
1826⚡ Event
50th anniversary of Declaration of Independence
Both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson die on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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1976⚡ Event
Operation Entebbe
Israeli forces raided Entebbe International Airport in Uganda to free hostages from Air France Flight 139, taken by hijackers.
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1982⚡ Event
Iranian Diplomats Kidnapped in Lebanon
Four Iranian diplomats were kidnapped in northern Lebanon by Lebanese Phalange forces. Their fates remain unknown.
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1988⚡ Event
Kylie Minogue's Debut Album Released
Kylie Minogue's debut album, 'Kylie', was released. It topped the charts in the UK and New Zealand.
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1998⚡ Event
Pulgasari Premieres
The North Korean monster movie Pulgasari, the most-widely-seen North Korean film ever made, premiered in Tokyo, Japan.
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2024⚡ Event
Labour Party Wins UK General Election
Keir Starmer led the Labour Party to a landslide victory in the United Kingdom general election, ending fourteen years of Conservative rule.
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Famous Birthdays on July 4(6)
1872🎂 Birth
Calvin Coolidge born
The 30th President of the United States is born in Plymouth Notch, Vermont. He is the only president born on Independence Day.
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1995🎂 Birth
Birth of Post Malone
Post Malone, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer, was born.
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2003🎂 Birth
Birth of Polina Bogusevich
Polina Bogusevich, a Russian singer, was born.
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Notable Deaths on July 4(7)
1826🕊️ Death
Thomas Jefferson dies
Third President of the United States Thomas Jefferson dies at Monticello on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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1826🕊️ Death
John Adams dies
Second President John Adams dies in Quincy, Massachusetts. His last words reportedly were 'Thomas Jefferson survives.'
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of Lyndon Byers
Lyndon Byers, a Canadian ice hockey player and radio host, passed away.
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of Richard Greenberg
Richard Greenberg, an American playwright and television writer, passed away.
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of Bobby Jenks
Bobby Jenks, an American professional baseball player, passed away.
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of Peter Russell-Clarke
Peter Russell-Clarke, an Australian chef, author, and illustrator, passed away.
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of Mark Snow
Mark Snow, an American composer known for his work in film and television, passed away.
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July 4 in History
July 4 is home to 20 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 7 notable events, 6 famous birthdays, and 7 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1776 to the present day.
Major Events on July 4
Among the most notable events on July 4: United States Declaration of Independence (1776), 50th anniversary of Declaration of Independence (1826), Operation Entebbe (1976). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on July 4
Notable figures born on July 4 include Calvin Coolidge, Birth of Ángel Romero, Birth of Tom Barkhuizen. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on July 4
Remembered figures who died on July 4 include Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Death of Lyndon Byers. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on July 4?
- July 4 is home to 20 recorded historical entries, including 7 notable events, 6 famous birthdays, and 7 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on July 4?
- One of the most notable events on July 4 is: United States Declaration of Independence.
- Who was born on July 4?
- Famous figures born on July 4 include Calvin Coolidge, Birth of Ángel Romero, Birth of Tom Barkhuizen.
- How many historical events happened on July 4?
- Our collection records 7 historical events on July 4, spanning centuries of world history.
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