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July 4, 1776, the Continental Congresson adopted the Declaration of Independence, which announced that the thirteen American colonies were no longer a part of the Great Britain Kingdom. George Washington was appointed as commander in chief. This is one of the most influential event in human history. About its influence in China, see our colleague Pan Kuang-che's work “
The American Declaration of Independence in Late Qing Chinasummary".
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