The Declaration of Independence, 1776. By issuing the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, the 13 American colonies severed their political connections to Great Britain. The Declaration summarized the colonistsâ motivations for seeking independence. By declaring themselves an independent nation, the American colonists were able to confirm an official alliance with the Government of France and obtain French assistance in the war against Great Britain.
More photos of Prince Andrew, his daughters and their hats below: Prince Andrew and his daughters, Princess Eugenie, left, and Princess Beatrice, leave Westminster Abbey. (Gero Breloer/Associated Press) Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie of York.
Congratulations are in order for Andrew McCutchenâs wife Maria McCutchen. The couple was married on November 22, which aligns nicely with Andrewâs jersey number (which is 22). With McCutchen safe to avoid the drama of hot stove season, the couple is safe to jet out on whatâs sure to be a luxury honeymoon.