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WW2 Food rationing officially ended in UK

July 4, 1954

WW2 Food rationing officially ended in UK

On July 04, 1954, while Americans celebrated their independence by gorging on hot dogs, the British celebrated being allowed to gorge on hot dogs. That day the U.K. officially ended 14 years of food rationing imposed at the dawn of World War II.

Eamon De Valera orders the American flag flown in Dublin

July 4, 1921

Eamon De Valera orders the American flag flown in Dublin

In 1921, Ireland celebrated America’s Independence Day on July 4th by prominently displaying the American flag throughout Dublin and other parts of the country. The Irish people flew the Stars and Stripes, wore it on their clothing, and waved it during various public events to show their deep appreciation for the support provided by the United States during Ireland’s struggle for independence.

George M. Cohan, Born

July 4, 1878

George M. Cohan, Born

George M. Cohan was a prominent American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer, and producer. He was born on July 3, 1878, in Providence, Rhode Island, and passed away on November 5, 1942, in New York City. Known as “The Man Who Owned Broadway,” Cohan made significant contributions to American theater and music in the early 20th century.

Rebels remain in camp at Croghan

July 4, 1798

Rebels remain in camp at Croghan

In 1798, during the Irish Rebellion, a significant group of Irish rebels remained in camp at Croghan in County Wexford. The rebellion was a major uprising against British rule in Ireland, largely influenced by the ideals of the American and French revolutions. It was led by the United Irishmen, a revolutionary group that sought to establish an independent Irish republic.

James II flees to France

July 4, 1690

James II flees to France

James VII of Scotland and James II of England (14 October 1633?16 September 1701) became King of Scots, King of England, and King of Ireland on 6 February 1685. He was the last Roman Catholic monarch to reign over the Kingdom of Scotland, Kingdom of England, and Kingdom of Ireland. Some of his subjects distrusted his religious policies and alleged despotism, leading a group of them to depose him in the Glorious Revolution. He was replaced not by his Roman Catholic son, James Francis Edward, but by his Protestant daughter and son-in-law, Mary II and William III, who became joint rulers in 1689.