单词:Texas Independence Day
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Today, the United States of America celebrates its birthday. It is a commemoration of the day in 1776 when representatives of the 13 British colonies signed the Declaration of Independence, a separation from Great Britain. There were many complex rea
It was, as usual, a hot and sunny July 4--Independence Day. Eight-year-old Jeffrey was excited about the annual parade. He wanted to see everything, and he wanted to see it now. But the parade wouldnt start until 10 oclock. His mom Julia tried to kee
Independence Day in the United States is also known as the Fourth of July. It is a national holiday that commemorates the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This was the day the USA was born and became independent from Great Britain. The te
To most of the world,Texas is known as a big state in southernAmerica. 世界上大多数人都知道德克萨斯州是位于美国南部的一个大州。 But to Norwegians, it is also a word that frequently crops up ineveryday conversation - often
By George Dwyer Washington, D.C. 21 August 2006 watch Celebrations report Afghanistan marked the 87th anniversary of its independence from British rule this week on Saturday, August 19 with observances across the globe. As VOA's George Dwyer reports
Americans Celebrate Independence Day In Washington, D.C., the annual July fourth parade made its way down Constitution Avenue. Later, a large crowd gathered on the national mall for a patriotic concert, and watched as fireworks lit up the sky behind
By Paula Wolfson Washington 04 July 2007 Across the United States, Americans are celebrating the Independence Day holiday with picnics, fireworks, and a sense of caution.Festivities in the U.S. capital are scheduled to include a concert and fireworks
(SOUNDBITE OF MUSIC) STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: And it's Friday, which is when we hear from StoryCorps. Maggie Marquez and Jessi Silva grew up in the town of Marfa, Texas in the 1950s. And we have their story. In the 50s, Marfa's schools were segregated. L
By Phuong Tran Dakar 04 April 2007 Throughout Francophone West Africa, analysts say France's influence has been changing. In Senegal, the country observed its 47th year of independence from France. With an octogenarian president entering his last ter
Beginners. Oh my goodness, we're all tired today. Thankfully it's Sunday, and there are not a lot of pressing things to do. Yesterday was the 4th of July, Independence day, here in the U.S. As you can imagine, it is an important and fun national holi
By Paula Wolfson Washington, D.C. 05 July 2007 President Bush is calling on Americans to be patient, as the U.S. troop buildup takes effect in Iraq. Mr. Bush spoke at an Independence Day event in the state of West Virginia -- as Americans across the
Independence Day is the national holiday of the United States of America commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the time of the signing the US consis
By Paula Wolfson Washington 04 July 2006 Americans are celebrating their Independence Day holiday Tuesday across the United States. President Bush was on the road, showing his support for U.S. troops. ------- President Bush smiles as he poses for gr
JUBA, July 9 (Xinhua) -- The Republic of South Sudan declared independence Saturday, waiting to be recognized as the 193rd member of the United Nations and hoping to keep peace with the north after decades of war. Speaker of South Sudan Legislative A
By Scott Stearns Dakar 02 October 2009 Guinea military leader Capt. Moussa Dadis Camara salutes during independence day celebrations in Conakry, Guinea, 2 Oct 2009 Guinea's military ruler used the nation's independence day to express his sympathy fo
Milllions of people across the United States have celebrated Independence Day by watching fireworks displays. Hundreds of thousands braved record heat in Washington for the annual July 4th concert and fireworks. Fireworks lit the skies over hallowed
SCOTT SIMON, HOST: Fourth of July is next week, a day to reflect on what it means to be an American. We wanted to hear from you, specifically people who recently became citizens, to find out what it's like to be a new American on America's Independen
From the far reaches of Alaska to the Gulf coast, Americans on Wednesday will celebrate Independence Day - the 236th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence from British rule. Tens of millions of small-town Americans and city dwellers alike wi
Tens of thousands of Zimbabweans have gathered in the National Sports Stadium where celebrations have taken place to mark the 38th anniversary of the country's Independence. CRI's Gao Junya has the details from Harare. The 60-thousand seat National S
Pre-Listening Vocabulary independence: freedom from another governments control significant: important; notable draft: to write rival: enemy renew: to try again; to refresh something from the past outlive: to live longer than written in the stars: de