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259 briefs · 43 iconic · 5 categories · 54 countries

Federal & civicMonth: Jul

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Canada Day - July 1, the Canadian federal holiday marking the anniversary of Confederation in 1867

Canada Day on July 1 is the Canadian federal holiday marking the anniversary of the confederation of Canada, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick into a single dominion on July 1, 1867. Observed across Canada with public gatherings, fireworks, and citizenship ceremonies.

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Bastille Day (Fete nationale) - the French national holiday on July 14

Bastille Day (Fete nationale) is France's national holiday on July 14, commemorating both the 1789 storming of the Bastille and the 1790 Fete de la Federation. It is observed with Europe's largest military parade on the Champs-Elysees, evening fireworks, and communal fetes populaires.

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Independence Day (US) - what July 4 commemorates, federal status, and how it is observed

Independence Day on July 4 is a US federal holiday marking the 1776 Declaration of Independence. It is one of 11 federal holidays under 5 U.S.C. 6103, observed with parades, cookouts, and fireworks. Stock markets and most banks close.

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