04 May 2016

Rhode Island Independence Day

Today, 4 May, the State of Rhode Island is celebrating Rhode Island Independence Day, a commemoration of the state's independence from Great Britain on 4 May 1776.

This year is the 239th anniversary of the Rhode Island General Assembly's declaration of independence from the British crown.

Fore more information about Rhode Island Independence Day, please visit:

This Day in History: May 4, 1776 - Rhode Island declares independence

Rhode Island Secretary of State: The May 4, 1776, Act of Renunciation

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