In the United States of America, Independence Day (commonly known as "the Fourth of July","July Fourth", or even simply "The Fourth") is a federal holiday celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from Great Britain.Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics, baseball games, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Fireworks have been associated with the Fourth of July since 1777.
Amos Mouse (pictured at right), the "Pint-Sized Patriot" from the 1953 animated short, Ben and Me was limited to one year of production (2003 only) and was available exclusively through Independent Retailers. Ben and Me recounts the relationship between Benjamin Franklin (one of founding fathers) and Amos Mouse and how together they assisted Thomas Jefferson in writing the Declaration of Independence.
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Happy 4th to you Don! I love little Amos and keep him out all year round on my fireplace mantle. He's a cutie of a piece.
ReplyDeleteHappy Independence Day to y'all!
ReplyDeleteAgree with your assessment and Michelle's about Amos, and keep him and Fireman Mickey out all year to remind me about our wonderful country.
Amos was a "must-have" for me!
Happy 4th!
ReplyDeleteI have Amos in my collection. Even though he's one of the smallest, he's definitely one of my top favorites.
Happy Fourth on the Fifth!! Too busy with the barbeque to get online. Hope everyone had a Happy 4th.
ReplyDeleteAmos mouse is very cute and is always out in my curio. Like Babette said, "He's a cutie."