The Fourth is the birthday of the modern world, the day we became free, and ever since that day we have inspired freedom-loving people all over the planet. It’s a wonderful holiday, an inspiration to us and our friends. And there’s a great symphony to celebrate it:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghz4_kikLkE&feature=related
Nobody else can say it better than that.
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winston:Happy independence day! A great nation was born today
Jul 4, 2008 - 8:28 pm